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Energy drinks to be banned for under 16s
Caffeine enhances wakefulness, energy levels, concentration, attention,
and even physical performance. In the meantime, it often triggers nervousness,
prevents sleep, elevates blood pressure, or increases urination. How much
caffeine is too much depends on the individual’s age, sensitivity, health
conditions, and the time of day, but in general, up to 400 milligrams a day is
regarded ok for most adults. For example, a can of cola contains 40 mg and a
mug of coffee 100 mg of caffeine. Energy drinks, such as Red Bull and Monster, contain
as much caffeine as a mug of coffee, but they are sugary and sold in larger cans
than mug cups. Consuming such drinks in large amounts could cause a rapid heart
rate, abnormal heart rhythms, damage to teeth, and obesity. These drinks are
geared towards young people, associated with sports, gaming, and music. Young people’s
bodies and brains are still developing, and they are more sensitive to caffeine
than adults. If they consume sports drinks like water or tea regularly, their
health, mental, and emotional health might be affected. Now, the government in
England is planning to prevent young people under the age of 16 from buying
energy drinks.
Read the article and learn why energy drinks are going to be banned for
young people in England.
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