Energy Drinks

Nowadays, to have some physical exercises have been a lifestyle for most people. Having a fit body as the result of doing the exercise is the main goal. Some gentle exercises such as walking, cycling, or jogging might be the best key to have a fit and slim body. On the other hand, taking control of the meal also would be very important to stay healthy. 


It is also necessary to off the body of its work by taking a rest or doing other relaxations. Having a tiresome from the daily activities or the physical exercises are a normal response of the body's systems. After the body have been doing the hard work, automatically the body would put more efforts by burning the fat and turning it into energy to be used. That's why the energy of the body is decreased gradually and people feel fatigue. In this situation, most people who have some regular exercises would be stronger than people with less exercises.


The fact shows that some people have a wrong way to have a fit body. These days, to prevent excessive fatigue, many people prefer consuming energy drinks. Believing energy drinks as the best solution to boost energy might not be the best choice. The advertisements on television or newspaper about energy drinks are not totally right.

Beside the benefits of energy drinks, people need to be concerned about the negative effects. Most energy drinks contain a large amounts of caffeine, sugar, and other substances. On consumption, caffeine stimulates the central nervous system, therefore, the body would restore wakefulness and reduce fatigue. These effects are only can provide a temporary energy boost. Research proves that consuming caffeine in a big amounts would decrease the body's health. Its side effects such as causing a damage on brain system, increased blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, irritability, nervousness, and others. In addition, consuming too much sugar might contribute weight gain and diabetes. Other substances such as artificial coloring might increase the risk of cancer.

As the safety of an energy drink debate rages on, it would be essential to take a look at what harmful consequences could result by consuming too many energy drinks. Considering the fact that energy drinks contain many unhealthy contents, people should aware themselves while consuming energy drinks. Paying more attention of the warning label on most brands of energy drinks might help people to prevent an overdose serving.


On the contrary, consuming energy drinks are not a bad thing at all. Due to the high demand for some activities, people might need some extra energy. Consuming the energy drinks might be very helpful in the emergency situation.

As the conclusion, doing some regular exercises and controlling the meal are the best way to keep the body fit. Having some relaxations and resting the body are also necessary. Be wise and think twice before consuming the energy drinks. Do not force your body to have worked more than its capacity by consuming the energy drinks. Remember the side effects and paying more attention of the warning label. It might be better to off your body for a while to gain more energy than consuming the energy drinks. 

by: Isabella J.C. [XIA2/13]