by Shannon R.
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June 25, 2007

Deciding between energy drinks and soda...

March 21, 2008 11:51 PM EDT
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So right now I am so tired all the time so I drink mountain dew soda all day. It has more caffeine then other sodas. I have heard a small amount about energy drinks and wondered what everyone thought of them. How much does say a 24 pack of energy drinks cost if they sell them in that large of amounts? Mountain dew is a little over $5 at wal-mart for a 24 pack. What are the benefits and draw backs of energy drinks. Do they really give you energy like caffeine gives you that jolt of alertness or no? I've never even tasted an energy drink so if you can recommend one that you really love I would love to pick it up at the store and see if I agree with you! Advice wanted!
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Comments: 21

Amanda J. Mar 21, 2008, 11:54pm EDT
I think most of them don't really give you energy, they are just packed with caffine.
Jeff R. Mar 22, 2008, 12:15am EDT
Most are good for a short term energy rush and often a crash because of the high sugar content, but the sugar free red bull avoids this but of course it doesnt taste a well as others.
paula h. Mar 22, 2008, 12:26am EDT
i stick to coffee for my energy needs!
Roxanne N. Mar 22, 2008, 12:31am EDT
I haven't found one that I like.
J W. Mar 22, 2008, 12:59am EDT
I drink Diet Coke for energy
Edward W. Mar 22, 2008, 4:01am EDT
I much prefer the taste of energy drinks over soda and they also make me feel better, something that soda doesn't do. But, they're also much more expensive than soda, so it's a trade off.

Not all energy drinks are the same, so check the label and read the ingredients. Many contain a small amount of herbs, such as guarana and ginseng.
Billie H. Mar 22, 2008, 1:29pm EDT
I drink Dew seems it is the only pick me up and my better half drinks Sobie.
Darrell Y. Mar 22, 2008, 11:23pm EDT
I drink coffee at night before and while I am at work. The rest of the time I drink Mt. Dew or water!
CyberGwen ! Mar 23, 2008, 6:06pm EDT
I stay away from energy drinks because they turn me into a spaz and they just cost to darn much. Others that I know really like them, so I guess that it is just me. I have tried some of the Monster ones and I liked the taste.
Genenette R. Mar 29, 2008, 5:43pm EDT
I drink what ever is on Sale.
Tina W. Mar 30, 2008, 12:14am EDT
Coke cola
Austin Cushing Mar 30, 2008, 1:21am EDT
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Marie L. Mar 31, 2008, 11:56am EDT
I never like the energy drinks and I drink too much soda (diet) so I've been trying to cut back. I love milk -- especially chocolate milk!
matt h. Apr 11, 2008, 5:15am EDT
i drank energy drinks for awhile and one day i tried a caffeine pill instead (drinking energy drinks all day was making me feel sick) and it kept me going all day off the one pill, they dont cost tomuch and they last all day .
Beth - Doing God's work Daily J. Apr 20, 2008, 2:53pm EDT
Pepsi
Archie Freeman May 24, 2008, 11:07am EDT
Hi Sharron,
Here is an article that I published just a few weeks ago.


Energy Drinks and Health Risks-Unpublished Dangers

http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.jsp?articleId=281474977346849

I hope it helps you and the rest of your visitors here.

Helping to keep us and our families healthy.

Regards
Archie
Archie Freeman May 24, 2008, 11:13am EDT
Sorry Shannon....In my last post I realized that I called you Sharron....I'm getting old ;o)


Regards
Archie
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Emily White Oct 3, 2008, 4:23pm EDT
If you have time, try to make a smoothie for energy. I am a buzz blogger on Prevention.com, and you should check out our blogs devoted to health and fitness ideas for women.

http://buzz.prevention.com/community/virginia-lw/energizing-breakfast-smoothie

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