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There is still not enough research about energy drinks and their impact on our health. When you look into a label you can find there sweeteners, sugar and very high level of caffeine. The last one is easily to overdose.

It is proven that Energy drinks are addictive, they are increasing risk of obesity due to high sugar (sweetener) content. Acid PH and high sugar can cause teeth erosion or hypersensitivity.

Energy drinks cause more forceful heart contractions, which could be harmful to some with certain heart conditions.  In 2013 American Heart Association meeting in New Orleans, found that drinking one to three energy drinks could mess with your heart rhythm and increase your blood pressure.

Because many energy drinks are also very high in sugar, they can eventually wear out the insulin producing cells of the pancreas, which leads to type 2 diabetes.

Below you can find a ways how to boost energy for all day. Totally natural J

Super power from Breakfast

Take a time, sit down and give yourself a time to eat your breakfast first thing on the morning.  Pay attention what you eat, how and how long. Give yourself time to celebrate first meal.

Eat banana

So simply, so healthy. It a fuel source for athletes, the banana contains antioxidants, carbs, and fiber that keeps you full on very few calories. It also contains potassium, a key ingredient for sustained energy.

Kale

As its quite common to have a low levels of iron (specially woman’s), Kale is an answer. High in iron and loaded with antioxidant.

Stay hydrated

Most of us are coffee and tea drinkers. What we are forgetting that caffeine is in both of it. When you want to drink 2L of water it means pure water. Caffeine can causing dehydration.

Watermelon!

Full in potassium, vitamin C, Beta Carotene. One slice is valid to one glass of water! Delicious!

Simple Coffee

1-2 cups maximum. One cup on the morning without sugar ;) add coconut or almond milk and discover a new taste J

References:

Front. Public Health. October 2014 "Energy drink consumption in Europe: a review of the risks, adverse health effects, and policy options to respond"

Caffeineinformer.com "Top 10 Energy Drink Dangers"

mensfitness.com "New Study: Do Energy Drinks Affect Your Heart Health?"

Health.com "11 Ways to Boost Your Energy With Food"

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