Mental Fitness April 24, 2015
Health Info prepared by Public Health April 2015
Mental Fitness Energy drinks Facts!
Too much sugar A 514-ml can of energy drink contains up to 14 sugar cubes!
Too much caffeine One can of energy drink contains up to the amount of caffeine as there is in 3 medium cups of coffee. Something to think about!
Negative effects of too much caffeine Heart beating too fast Difficulty concentrating Headache More trips to the washroom Difficulty sleeping Feeling sick Hyperactive Irritable/anxious
Not for athletes! Contains a lot of sugar Can cause bloating and nausea If carbonated, can cause stomach aches. Can negatively affect sports’ performance!
Your best choices are water, milk, 100% pure fruit and vegetable juice!