Energy Drinks Mixed with Alcohol
Energy drinks are a popular choice for influential adolescents; in fact, the CDC reports that 34% of all 18-24 year olds consume this type of beverage. This poses an issue because this is an age at which alcohol often becomes an issue, and when energy drinks and alcohol are mixed together there is a three-fold increase in the risk of excessive binge drinking. This combination can cause serious health problems and may have long-term consequences for the drinker. Popular energy drinks on the market contain a combination of sugar, multivitamins, amino acids and caffeine. The average amount of caffeine in …