![]() Energy shots are limited to 200mg of caffeine per container. They have different regulations and labeling requirements than energy drinks. Health Canada classifies energy shots as a natural health product. They are a concentrated source of caffeine sold in a small container no bigger than 90mL. What are “energy shots”?Įnergy shots are different than energy drinks. They are also at greater risk for car accidents, violence and risky behaviours such as unsafe sex. People who mix energy drinks and alcohol are more likely to drink more alcohol. Caffeine makes it harder to feel the effects of alcohol. Can energy drinks be mixed with alcohol?ĭo not mix energy drinks with alcohol. Report any adverse (bad) or unexpected reactions from using energy drinks to your health care provider, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the energy drink manufacturer. Nervousness, irritability and/or anxiety.Nausea, vomiting, and/or an upset stomach.For more information on the guidelines, see For Schools and Communities at What are the possible reactions to energy drinks?Įnergy drinks can have many side effects, especially when consumed in high amounts. The Guidelines for Food and Beverage Sales in BC Schools do not allow the sale of energy drinks because of their high caffeine and sugar content. Talk with your health care provider before using energy drinks if you have a health condition or take medications or other supplements.Ĭhildren, teens, pregnant or breastfeeding women and people who are sensitive to caffeine should avoid energy drinks because of the potential health risks from high caffeine levels and added vitamins, minerals, amino acids and herbs. Some people take certain medications that interact with caffeine or other ingredients. However, some people are highly sensitive to the effects of caffeine. ![]() Most healthy adults can have up to 400 mg of caffeine per day. Are energy drinks safe?Įnergy drinks are generally safe for adults when intake does not exceed the daily maximum amount on the label. Herbs are listed on the energy drink label. Only herbs that are allowed in foods may be added. Some energy drinks have herbs added to them such as ginseng, milk thistle and ginko biloba. The amounts must be below limits set by Health Canada. ![]() Vitamins, minerals and amino acidsĪdded vitamins, minerals and/or amino acids like taurine, are listed on the label. These are the same sugar substitutes used in sugar-free or “diet” drinks. Instead of sugar, some energy drinks are sweetened with aspartame, acesulfame potassium, steviols and sucralose. Check the nutrition facts table to see how much sugar the product contains. Excess calories from sugary drinks can lead to weight gain. The amount of sugar is often as high as the amount in other sugary drinks such as soft drinks. The amount of sugar in an energy drink is listed on its label. Yerba mate, guarana and black tea are natural sources of caffeine that may be in energy drinks. In comparison, 1 cup of brewed coffee (250 mL) has approximately135 mg of caffeine.Ĭaffeine content includes all sources of caffeine in the product. Multi-serving containers cannot have more than 180 mg of caffeine in 500 mL (2 cups). Up to 180 mg of caffeine can be in a single-serve container. The amount of caffeine in an energy drink is listed on its label. Health Canada manages the quality and safety of energy drinks under regulations for food products. Health Canada limits the types and amounts of many of these ingredients to be within safe levels for adults when used according to the directions on the label. Sugar, sugar substitutes, vitamins, minerals, amino acids and herbs may also be added. What ingredients are in energy drinks?Įnergy drinks contain the stimulant caffeine. Energy drinks are often sold in stores near other sugary drinks like soft drinks, vitamin-enhanced waters and sport drinks. Common brand names include Red Bull® and Rockstar Energy®. There are many brands, flavours and sizes of energy drinks. Use them with caution according to the instructions on the label. ![]() Caffeinated energy drinks (energy drinks) are advertised as being able to boost your energy and make you feel more alert.
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