Caution with Energy Drinks

The FDA has released reports showing deaths and other serious adverse events associated with the use of energy drinks like 5-hour Energy. As ConsumerLab.com reported in September, these small "shot" drinks can pack more caffeine than 2 cups of regular coffee. While the caffeine can keep you alert, there are a number of concerns to bear in mind and suggestions on how to more safely use these drinks. 
 
Energy drinks were also reported as a possible cause of over 13,000 emergency room visit in 2009.
 
In order to avoid major problem, limit your intake to not more  than 

• 2 cans of Red Bull per day 
• 1 bottle of 5 Hour Energy or Monster Energy M3 per day

Also 

• do mot mix energy drink with alcohol, and
•  do not drink all at one time

Minh Nguyen, D.D.S.