INSANE? –
Dec, 9, 2025 – Now there’s more evidence that no matter how young or healthy you are, pounding energy drinks can lead to serious health issues. Energy drinks can contain from 70 mg to 300 mg of caffeine.
A standard 8-ounce cup of coffee has roughly 100 mg.It’s not just the caffeine that’s causing problems. The study authors say that the combination of caffeine, high sugar and stimulants like guarana significantly raises heart rate and blood pressure.
“The hypothesis is that the interaction of these other ingredients, including taurine, guarana and ginseng, potentiates the effects of caffeine heightening stroke risk through numerous mechanisms,” the authors explained. “The average [energy drink] is said to contain around 80 mg of caffeine … but in some cases can contain up to 500 mg in a single serving.”
They are calling for tighter regulation of the sales and advertising of these drinks, particularly given how popular they are among younger adults. Global sales have consistently increased over the years, nearly reaching $80 billion in 2024. They are expected to hit $125 billion by 2030.
