Lighten Up On The Energy Drinks
Researchers have asked the FDA to regulate energy drinks, which they have yet to do. Why? Because a study published in Frontiers in Public Health ties energy drinks to kidney damage, particularly in children. Caffeine causes high blood pressure and stress, which all contribute to kidney injury.
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Another source of worry is the amino acid taurine. Taurine, which is commonly included in energy drinks and sports supplements, attacks the kidneys head-on and may be hazardous to patients with chronic kidney disease. Err on the side of caution and limit your energy drinks until further study is done.
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