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1 sie 2023 · The current recommendation for adolescents ages 12-18 is less than 100 mg of caffeine per day, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Energy drinks can contain 100-200 mg of caffeine per serving. Consuming high amounts of caffeine can be risky for adolescents.
16 wrz 2023 · Despite their popularity, experts say there are health risks to consuming energy drinks, and it’s important for parents and teachers to have open conversations with teens about those risks.
Energy drinks continue to climb in visibility and popularity among children and teens. Studies have found that almost one-third of teens ages 12 to 17 drink energy drinks regularly, and there are growing concerns that an increase in consumption by kids will lead to increased health issues.
28 lip 2022 · In fact, over 30% of teens aged 12–17 consume energy drinks on a regular basis. Experts warn that these highly caffeinated, often sugary, drinks may be associated with increased blood pressure, weight gain, headaches, anxiety, dental problems, dehydration, and heart disease.
20 paź 2023 · It’s easy to grab an energy drink for a pick-me-up—the promise of enhanced focus and athletic performance attracts many teens. But these drinks have serious downsides. The high dose of caffeine in energy drinks can disrupt sleep, make the heart race, upset the stomach and interact with medications.
29 maj 2023 · This review aims to investigate and summarize adverse health events in children and adolescents associated with energy drink (ED) consumption, while also exploring the impact of simultaneous trigger factors and/or preexisting health conditions.
14 lut 2011 · In the short-term, pediatricians need to be aware of the possible effects of energy drinks in vulnerable populations and screen for consumption to educate families. Long-term research should aim to understand the effects in at-risk populations.
