They're not recommended for children, diabetics or persons sensitive to caffeine. But despite these warnings, the new high-powered energy drinks are the latest craze with kids and adults. I like just the boost it gives you. That might be what two California JV football players were looking for when they drank an energy drink. Instead, they collapsed and were hospitalized.
Experts believe the stimulant ephedrine is to blame.
The students are fine, but the incident prompted two California high schools to ban these new energy-enhancing drinks. That's because many of the cool cocktails are loaded with exotic herbal ingredients, some with a mega dose of caffeine. Kids who are downing several of these caffeine loaded drinks a day are at risk. It causes jitters, tremors, anxiety disorders, and can mimic the appearance of Attention Deficit Disorder. Caffeine isn't the only concern.