What age is Red Bull suitable for?

What age is Red Bull suitable for?

Sales of energy drinks to children under 16 will be banned by most major UK supermarkets from Monday, following concerns about their high levels of sugar and caffeine and impact on health and behaviour.

Why Red Bull is bad?

Due to its caffeine content, Red Bull can increase your heart rate. Excess intake, especially in young people, has been linked to heart palpitations, abnormal heart rhythm and even heart attacks.

Can teens drink Red Bull?

(According to guidelines put forth by the American Beverage Association, a trade group, energy drinks should not be marketed to children under 12, and other leading brands such as Red Bull and Rockstar carry similar labels recommending against consumption by children.)

Is G Fuel bad for 13 year olds?

Still, the American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended that energy drinks "should never be consumed by children or adolescents," because of their stimulant content. "They're being advertised to, while they're gaming, while they're not in front of their parents, it's almost like a free for all," Dr. Schneider said.

Is Red Bull bad for 14 year olds?

(According to guidelines put forth by the American Beverage Association, a trade group, energy drinks should not be marketed to children under 12, and other leading brands such as Red Bull and Rockstar carry similar labels recommending against consumption by children.)

How old do you have to be to drink Red Bull?

Health experts say that kids under the age of 16 should be banned from buying Red Bull or other energy drinks.

What happens if you drink too much Red Bull?

Excess intake of energy drinks has been linked to heart attacks and sudden death in rare cases. More research is needed, but certain populations should avoid Red Bull entirely. Red Bull is a sugar-sweetened, caffeinated energy drink.

What can I drink in place of Red Bull?

If you’re looking for some alternatives to Red Bull, bear in mind that a lot of them have even more caffeine than Red Bull, so may have more potential negative effects. There are lots of great energy drinks on the market.

Is it safe for pregnant women to drink Red Bull?

As such, pregnant women, children, people with heart problems, and caffeine-sensitive individuals should avoid Red Bull entirely. Excess intake of energy drinks has been linked to heart attacks and sudden death in rare cases. More research is needed, but certain populations should avoid Red Bull entirely.