Energy Drinks

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A 12-oz can of a popular energy drink brand contains 200 milligrams of caffeine. That’s roughly equivalent to the caffeine in ____ cans of soda!

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6

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Withdrawal symptoms include headaches, fatigue, and irritability.

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all of the above

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While ______ is an amino acid naturally found in the body and some foods, research has shown that age plays an important factor on its health effects.

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taurine

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The American Heart Association recommends that men have no more than____ grams of sugar per day and ___ grams for women.

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36 grams for men, 25 grams for women

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One 16-ounce can of a popular energy drink brand includes 47 grams of added sugar, which is equal to roughly ___teaspoons! This is more than an entire day's worth of added sugar.

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12

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Energy drinks typically contain high levels of caffeine, which can lead to decrease of heart rate, high blood pressure, anxiety, and insomnia. True or False?

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False

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For teenagers, whose bodies are still developing, excessive caffeine intake can be particularly risky. True or False?

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True

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The American Academy of Pediatrics states that caffeine and other stimulants (like the ones in energy drinks) should be consumed by adolescents!

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False

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Excessive sugar consumption is associated with various health risks, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. True or False?

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True

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Many energy drinks are loaded with sugar to improve their taste. True or False?

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True