Raising a Red Flag on Some Energy Drinks
Energy drinks have enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years. Beverage Digest estimates that the market for these products is now a $7.7 billion industry.1 Yet despite their increasing [...]
The Dangers of Energy Drinks for Student-Athletes
It's important for athletes to be educated about energy drinks, both what they do and their possible side effects. Energy drinks should not be confused with sports drinks, which are [...]
YOU Docs: Q&A on Energy Drinks
Q: Do you recommend sports or energy drinks for working out? A: Sports drinks have some of the coolest commercials, but they’re necessary only if you exercise vigorously for more [...]
Are C4 Energy X Starbust Drinks Healthy?
Starburst TM With an Edge of C4! C4 is one of the most famous and ubiquitous brands of energy drinks on the market. Its name gets spoken of in reverent [...]
Hockey Nutrition- Pre, During, and Post-Game Foods to Boost Energy
In the fast-paced world of hockey, success on the ice demands more than sheer strength. It requires understanding energy and how to replenish it to maintain high performance. Simply relying [...]
Perfecting the Timing of Nutrients Pre and Post-Competition to Supercharge your Energy
Just like your car needs fuel to drive and go distances, your body needs to do the same. For example, you need the fuel to perform for 90 minutes of [...]
Water or Sports Drinks: What to Drink When?
To understand the answer, you need to understand some of the science behind dehydration and fatigue.
Do 5-Hour Energy Shots Actually Work?
Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients to separate fact from fiction when it comes to this popular product.
5 Drinks You Had No Idea Were As Bad As (or Worse Than) Soda
With its high calorie and sugar count—and totally vacant vitamin and nutrient content—soda is considered by many to be public health enemy No. 1. But even if you pitch all your [...]
The All-Important Nutrients That Separate BODYARMOR From Traditional Sports Drinks
Since its founding in 2011, BODYARMOR has built a loyal following among the world’s athletic elite. Superstars like James Harden, Mike Trout, Megan Rapinoe, Dustin Johnson and Andrew Luck count [...]