It is sold throughout the US and Europe, according to Avishai David, the company's managing director. It provides energy and keeps people awake and alert but does not make them high. Although the constituent ingredients are not expensive, he said that the processing is. The High Court gave the ministry 60 days to formulate its policy on caffeine used as a food additive. Food Control Service director Dr. Brian Coussin said it would formulate a policy within the coming weeks.
Caffeine is a stimulant, and relatively high amounts of it can speed up the heartbeat.
Cola drinks are allowed to have up to 220 parts per million, and non-cola carbonated drinks are allowed to have a maximum of 150 ppm, but this is a small concentration compared to the amount in the Shockwave capsule. If kids take such a supplement for kicks, it could cause problems. For women who want to be in the know Click here to return to page. The Jerusalem Post - All rights reserved, Click here for feedback and comments. Palm Post Edition sponsored by Davka Corporation .