Check out these ways to tell if you're healthy!...
read more
Rumours About Energy Drinks
There are lots of rumours around when it comes to energy drinks, so lets reveal the truths
Check out Energy Drinks: Just the Facts to find out why taking in so much caffeine can be a problem.
It’s not true. Surprising as it may seem, evidence has shown that if you drink high-caffeine energy drinks during revision or before an exam you are more likely to underperform, as the energy drink slows down the pathway to process information. Scientists think that this is due to lack of sleep, as the high-caffeine energy drinks are designed to keep you awake.
That's right! Evidence has shown that if you drink high-caffeine energy drinks during revision or before an exam you are more likely to underperform, as the energy drink slows down the pathway to process information. Scientists think that this is due to lack of sleep, as the high-caffeine energy drinks are designed to keep you awake.
It’s not true! After exercise, you can often feel that you need to boost your energy levels, and you may think it’s a good idea to have an energy drink. But did you know that in some sugar containing 500ml bottles there is the equivalent of 12 teaspoons of sugar? You would need to run a long way to run off that amount of calories! Water and a healthy snack will give you the energy boost you need.
Correct! After exercise, you can often feel that you need to boost your energy levels, and you may think it is a good idea to have an energy drink. But did you know that in a 500ml can there is the equivalent of 12 teaspoons of sugar? You would need to run a long way to run off that amount of calories! Water and a healthy snack will give you the energy boost you need.
It’s not true! Energy drinks can give you a sugar rush, which can make you feel better. However, this will only last a short time and you will then crave more sugar and feel you need another drink. It is far better to think about why you are feeling low.
You’re right, it's false. Energy drinks can give you a sugar rush, which can make you feel better. However, this will only last a short time and you will then crave more sugar and feel you need another drink. It is far better to think about why you are feeling low.
It’s not true! Energy drinks can provide a quick burst of energy, but it doesn’t last long. You are much better to have a low-calorie drink or – even better – water and a healthy snack like fruit, vegetable sticks or a low-fat yoghurt. These take a while to be digested so release their energy slowly.
You’re right, it’s false! Energy drinks can provide a quick burst of energy, but it doesn’t last long. You are much better to have a low-calorie drink or – even better – water and a healthy snack like fruit, vegetable sticks or a low-fat yoghurt. These take a while to be digested so release their energy slowly.
It’s not true! Most energy drinks are high in caffeine and sugar and are not designed as a sports drink. For most young people doing activity, the most important thing is to drink water to rehydrate your body before, during and after doing sports. Eating a balanced, healthy diet is the best way to help you perform well.
You're right! Most energy drinks are high in caffeine and sugar and are not designed as a sports drink. For most young people doing activity, the most important thing is to drink water to rehydrate your body before, during and after doing sports. Eating a balanced, healthy diet is the best way to help you perform well.
You’re right. There are low-sugar/diet versions available, but they’re still really high in caffeine. Due to their high caffeine levels, these drinks and the side effects they can have on health and well- being, most supermarkets will not sell energy drinks to under 16’s.
You’re wrong, the answer is true. There are low-sugar/diet versions available, but they’re still really high in caffeine. Due to their high caffeine levels, these drinks and the side effects they can have on health and well- being, most supermarkets will not sell energy drinks to under 16’s.
How to get help
If you have any more questions on this area or would like to speak to somebody about this topic, have a look at the links or search for your local services in the blue box below. Alternatively you can always contact your school nurse.
Find help in your local area
Find help in your local area
Find out what services are available to you in your area. Remember your school nurse is always there to give you confidential help and support.
Different laws and regulations are in place for the possession and supply of illegal drugs...
read more