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An energy drink is a type of beverage containing stimulant drugs, mainly caffeine, which provides mental and physical stimulation. They are also used to provide an extra boost in energy, wakefulness, enhancement in the fluctuating moods and maintain awareness. Also, they are drunk to enhance the experience of alcohol intoxication. They are the substitutes to the naturally released hormones in our body.

To understand the depth of the matter, that why processed energy drinks should be avoided, let us take a look at the ingredients which are used in these drinks:

• Caffeine

Moderate caffeine consumption is not necessarily bad for your body, but excess intake in addition to the mixture with other chemicals can be potentially dangerous. The harmful effects that it has are sleeplessness, headaches, heart palpitations and nausea.

If you are keen on drinking a little amount of caffeine, prefer organic coffee which is way more beneficial than direct caffeine consumption from these processed drinks.

• Taurine

Taurine is an amino acid found naturally in the body. But the taurine found in the drinks is processed. When the acid is produced inside the body, what is the need to add it more than is necessary?

• Guarana

This plant originating from South America is more caffeine-oriented than any other caffeine products. The same side effects, that is, sleeplessness, headaches etc. are more prominent and the effect is felt sooner due to a higher concentration of caffeine.

To avoid the usage of such products, prefer herbal or green teas.

• L-Carnitine

This is another amino acid which is produced in the body. But if it is taken additionally, through these drinks, it causes harmful side effects like difficulty in sleeping, vomiting, nausea, restlessness, stuffy nose.

To avoid the side effects and the problems caused by this acid, prefer using or in taking organic vitamins and minerals.

• Sugar

Everything taken in a limited amount is acceptable. But excess of everything is bad and harmful. Excess amount of sugar can lead the individual to be obese and face many dental problems.

To avoid such problem, prefer using organic sugar to reduce the effect.

So, to avoid getting ill and into trouble because of things, or drinks for that matter, when these can be avoided, prefer drinking organic liquids beneficial for your health.