It may seem like I'm beating a dead horse here but I feel like most of us are being treated like mushrooms. Fed bull crap and kept in the dark when it comes to nutritional education, especially about the dangers of energy drinks. Just because it's on TV doesn't mean its safe people.
Energy drinks all have varying levels of sugar, caffeine, and other herbal substances, but the underlying dangers are all the same. The amount of caffeine in these drinks well exceeds the maximum recommendations for daily intake of caffeine for children and youth, so big deal right? Caffeine is just part of life and we've all become oblivious to its harmful effects. I used to have my 3 cups of coffee in the morning until I started investigating the real truth about energy drinks.
Caffeine in excess amounts can be extremely dangerous. It is known to be an addictive stimulant drug and can cause sleep disturbances, headaches, nervousness, irritability, and anxiety. It can also cause changes in heart rate, including tachycardia, which has been linked to energy drink consumption. Caffeine can produce these effects at different rates depending on ones size and body weight. For example, less caffeine is required to produce these effects in smaller individuals making children more vulnerable than adults.
Caffeine is also a diuretic which means that it will clean you out and not in a good way. Imagine sitting down for a nice healthy filling breakfast and having two or three cups of coffee along with it. 20-30 minutes later you start making your trips to the bathroom to relieve yourself. What's really going on here is that most of the nutrients that you just consumed with breakfast have not had a chance to break down and be absorbed into your body. Instead they are being eliminated through your urinary tract prematurely. This is the type of information that most people never realize and I hope if you are reading this that you just had an AHAH moment.
Most energy drinks contain over 80 mg per 250 ml, more than 3 times the amount caffeine in same amount of soda. However, some energy drinks have been found to contain up to 500 mg per serving. We also get caffeine from other foods and beverages (eg. coffee, tea, chocolate, dark soda, etc.), so many people may easily exceed the daily recommended amounts.
Age Group Recommended Maximum Daily Intake Caffeine:
* 4-6 years 45 mg
* 7-9 years 62.5 mg
* 10-12 years 85 mg
* Adults 300 mg
Dangers Of Too Much Sugar in Energy Drinks
Now let's talk about the amount of sugar in the most popular energy drinks and the effects on our culture as a whole. It's no secret that Type 2 diabetes is running amuck in America and for good reason. Everything we eat now has sugar (aka High Fructose Corn Syrup). Don't believe me, just read the labels on everything you purchase the next time you go grocery shopping. They snuck this little devil in disguise in on us back in the 70's and it's now such a part of our everyday life that it goes completely unnoticed by us mushrooms. Don't believe what the corn refiners tell you either, just do your research and see for yourself why the very farmers that grow this base crop won't eat it. Not fit for human consumption is what they will tell you. It's no wonder why in 40 years we'll be spending more in medical care than the sum of our country's GNP! Did you hear that America? It's time to wake up and smell the coffee, with cream and sugar of course. Oh, and don't forget the caffeine.
So now what are we going to do about this growing obesity problem? Well believe it or not our government actually got something right recently. In December 2008 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Stevia product rebaudioside A (rebiana) as a general purpose sweetener. Rebiana is an ingredient derived from the leaf of the stevia plant. Stevia has been available as a dietary supplement in natural food markets for a long time but now that it has the FDA stamp of approval as a safe food source we will be seeing it more and more as companies begin incorporating stevia into new products. One such company is Yoli which markets healthy, all natural beverages. In January of 2010 Olympic star Carl Lewis will be introducing their organic sports drink call aFuna. Trademarked stevia sweetners are Truviaa, (Coca Cola and Cargill) and PureViaa, (Whole Earth Sweetener Company LLC and PepsiCo). Personally I'm using the Truvia product which I purchased at my local Safeway to sweeten my now de-caff coffee.
I hope you now have some insight as to the dangers of energy drinks and the truth about these products. The long term effects are just not worth the short term rush in my opinion. But try and explain that to a college student cramming for finals. Just glad these harmful drinks were not available when I was in college or I might be on a dialysis machine right now.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
is it legal for a kid to buy energy drinks?
i am talking about red bull, monster, you get the picture. Like could my 12 year old go out to a local store on his bike and buy energy drinks? will they sell it to him? Thanks to all.-
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yes. the only drink i am aware of not being sold to children under 18 without parental consent is redline. it is very dangerous to drink.
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are there any places to buy energy drinks in hershey park?
i am going to hershey park with my school. we arent allowed to bring energy drinks but i need them. we are "sleeping" over at a hotel. im not sleeping. im gonna need some coffee or preferably 5 hour energy. r there any places to buy these in the park? dont tell me to sleep.-
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Sleep.
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Is there an age limit to buy energy drinks?
With drinks like red bull and relentless. energy drinks. Do you have to be a certain age to buy them? (in the UK)-
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no.. they're caffiene.. soda has caffiene and a six year old could go up and by it.. so nope..
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Where can I buy energy drinks wholesale cheap?
I was wondering where I can buy Energy Drinks (Like Monster, Amp, NOS, etc) In bulk pretty cheap.
Also I was wondering if there a site I can buy a simple mini fridge with a acrylic glass door.-
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sams club. or costco. look on menards.com or home depot .com and see if they have the fridge
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where is the best place to buy energy drinks at online?
im looking to buy energy drinks online but where is the best place?-
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www.actdrinkers.com
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Where can i buy energy drinks?
Where can i buy large quanities of energy drinks..preferbuly red bull or rockstar...-
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Membership stores such as Sams and BJs.
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QUESTION:
Is it really illegal to buy energy drinks if ur under 18 now?
I heard my friend say he wanted to buy some energy drinks and he was telling me that they carded him to see if he was 18 and he was like wtf so he asked why that was and they said it was illegal and its also illegal to buy lighters now if ur under 18 is this true?
also is it illegal to carry one? because I have one in school now and im 15 =O
im rushing to not get caught by the teacher you tard-
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It may depend on the state you are in. Different states have different laws. Also, it may just be the policy of the store your friend went to, and he misunderstood.
You might try posting this question in the legal category and specify what state.
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Are children allowed to buy energy drinks?
Hi , im 14 years old and i live in canada. just wondering if im allowed to buy rockstar energy drink.
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ANSWER:
Don't Do it...
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How old must you be to buy energy drinks? ?
i'm 11 and i wanna start trying some energy drinks. what's the best kind? how old do you have to be to buy them? how much are they? Thank you!-
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There's no age limit. they don't have alcohol so you don't have to worry about that. they just have lots of caffeine and sugar. it's like buying an ice cap from starbucks. just don't drink too many, cuz more than three a day could damage your health, and three is a lot
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QUESTION:
Do you have to be 18 to buy energy drinks?
I tried to buy a 6 hour energy thing at cvs and they asked me for i.d. Then i said fine I'll just get a red bull and then she said soon you're gonna have to show id for that too. Is this true or was she a moron? I live in ny.-
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6 hour energy is in the same category as diet pills so its not actually and energy drink
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Where can i buy energy drinks online in bulk for cheap? I am tired of paying 2 bucks a can.?
i want to buy rockstar, redbull, or amp online a lot of them for an event i am having but i do not want to pay so much for just a drink. Is there any way i can get it online for cheap or at least cheaper?-
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You can buy them for cheap from
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=energy%20drinks&tag=p045-20&index=blended&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325
Hope this helps
Good luck!
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QUESTION:
What 2 energy drinks should I buy before school?
I'm planning on doing this little (project) of mine.
It is to buy 4 energy drinks a day. 2 before school 2 after.
Now, within the next 40 minutes, i'll be going to the store, so i need an answer fast.
(i will be buying 4 everyday for 2 weeks)
So, I normally got a red bull + A Starbucks mochafrappichino, any others i should try?
Umm, i'd like answers of your favoraite energy drink.-
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A Starbucks extra-strength- espresso with general amount of sugar. its really works.cheers!!!
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where can I buy drank anti energy drinks?
I am looking to buy DRANK anti energy drinks in Los Angeles California.-
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http://www.drankbeverage.com/Store.htmlRight there.
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QUESTION:
Is there a legal age to buy energy drinks?
cause u dont see alot of ppl in my age group 13 getting them i might buy a monster low crab because they look like they taste good. what is ur opinion on how monster is?-
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There is no law on buying energy drinks. Monster tastes like a carbonated sweet kool-aid.
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QUESTION:
how old in the state of missouri do you have to be to buy energy drinks?
my daughter likes them, and we just moved to the state and in illinois you had to be 18 or older.
do you have to be 18 or older here to purchase them?i would really not like to keep having to buy them for her and just let her get them herself.
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I live in Missouri and I honestly don't think there is an age limit. I know many people younger than 18 who have bought them.
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QUESTION:
Is it legal for stores to say that you can or canot buy energy drinks if you are under 18.?
just wondering because i had many stores tell me that i can't buy energy drinks (monster and redbull) when im under 18-
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a store can refuse service to anyone..
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QUESTION:
WHere on earth can i buy Hype energy drinks?
Does any body know where I can buy Hype energy drinks at besides online. Online all you can buy is a 24 pack and I don't even know if i like them yet so I just want to buy one, but I cant find them?-
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You can usually find them in health food stores.
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QUESTION:
Where can you buy diverse energy drinks?
Other than like, a gas station. Could you buy energy drinks at meijers? or like Wal-Mart? If you can, which section of the shop would it be in..?-
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If Wal-Mart carries them (and no reason it wouldn't, as they're so popular) they would be in the soda section.Health food stores often carry a wide array of energy drinks, at a steep markup.
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Where can i buy energy drinks in bulk/ boxes?
i'm having a party and i was wondering where i can buy the following drinks in bulk, or boxes:V, red bull or red eye ?
I'd really appreciate it if someone could help me out.
THANKSSSSS :]
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Amazon.com , just search for the drinks you want.
Sams club and cosco are good options also... but the Walmart would be your best choise in a hurry
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Where can i buy hype energy drinks at?
Where can i buy hype energy drinks at?-
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Walmart!
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Where to buy energy drinks online?
I would like to get my husband a variety of energy drinks for Christmas...does anybody know a good place online that I could get like a gift pack or a custom built order? Most places I found sell only by the case and I don't want to get like 24 monsters etc.
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Try inhttp://www.storesoho.com/index.php?k=energy+drink&c=Grocery
or
http://www.storesoho.com/index.php?k=energy+drink&c=GourmetFood
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QUESTION:
Where can i buy Rockstar Energy Drinks in New Jersey?
I need to buy about 150 Rockstar Energy Drinks .... Where can i find them in Central Jersey? PLEASE HELP ME!-
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Just sit back at your home and purchase from various online like Amazon, Best Buy, Target and Walmart. But which one is the best? I think the best place to buy this Rockstar is at Amazon.com. This giant online retailers give the best price which included FREE Shipping (in US only)Rockstar Energy Drink, 16 Ounce Can (Pack of 24) ~ Rockstar Energy Drink
Price: .99 - .00Direct product link at Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WHEXCM?ie=UTF8&tag=uniqstuf-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=1789&creativeASIN=B000WHEXCM
Happy to share with you.. (^_^)
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Where can you buy Guru energy drinks?
I just wanted to know where i can buy Guru energy drinks,can anyone help me?-
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http://www.amazon.com/Energy-Drink-Natural-Fluid-Ounce/dp/B000CFT76Ggo on that site u can see where you can buy it
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My younger brother has been pocketing my money to buy energy drinks! How do I confront him?
How do I confront him without pounding him to pieces?-
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go up to him and just be like dude wtf? gimme my cash. if he doesnt then drag him by his ankle to your parents and be like this little fag's been stealing my money.
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Can my friend buy energy drinks with food stamps?She NEEDS the energy drinks for work!!!! She is a single mother and a full-time college student plus a full-time worker. She has no energy and needs the energy drinks to give her a boost. Don't judge until you've been there. Thanks.
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Yes she can. Just like soda's , candy and chips can be. The rule is as long an item is not consumed in the premises its purchased, it can be sold and bought on food stamp. For example : can of soda can be purchased at a convenience store but fountain drink, hot dog, cup of Coffee or a hamburger cannot. Hamburger and Pizza from frozen aisle can be purchased. Bottom line is as long as you carry it out of the store in it's original factory sealed wrap you can purchase it. Alcoholic Beverage is not considered food.
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In Massachusetts is it legal to buy energy drinks under the age of 13?-
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There is no legal age limit in any state for energy drinks. They are not designed for children under 13. Even makers of healthy energy drinks like XS energy do not recommend giving them to children under 13. However, that does not mean that they cannot have them or that it is wrong for them to buy.Some people do take the recommendations seriously and will not sell to kids.
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QUESTION:
Should they make you be 18 to buy energy drinks?
I am 16 and working on an english project and I would like to know what people think and how they feel about the subject. I believe they should, but thats me. If you do anwser, can you explain why or why not? And add sources such as websites that I can refer to for my essay? Thank you.
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no because 18 and 16 is no different really 18 your an adult but the reason is they have alcohol 21+ is because alcohol stops the growth of the brain but they say most peoples brains stop growing at 20 or 21 so thats why alcohol legal age is 21+. so 18 is nothing its just your an adult now and you can buy cigs. Cigs is worse then energy drinks so hell no they shouldnt make it 18 or older for energy drinks because really energy drinks arent bad unless you over use them but if you overuse anything it can be bad. Milk can give you kidney stones if you drink to much.
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QUESTION:
A good site to buy energy drinks / Beverages from?
I've been searching a while and haven't really come across anything good. Sams Club and wall mart cost nearly as much as the gas station across the street. Looking for a better deal since I plow through them (parties and stuff).-
ANSWER:
no
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does anyone know where i can buy energy drinks for cheap and in bulk?
i like biotest spike shooters
and i like sugar free rockstars
and i like those java monsters those are goodwhere can i buy these in bulk? i need em for my workouts
i think i know more than you do lol
its for energy while im slaving away at the weights for like 5+ hours-
ANSWER:
Meijer.
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Can children over 15 BUY a Monster energy drinks?
Can a kid 15 or older buy an energy drink called monster, from stores like shoppers drug mart ?-
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Any kid UNDER 15 could by one. My friend went to DISNEY and bought one, and she's waaayyy under 15.
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good place to buy energy drinks?
I am a camp counsellor and i am normally dead by lunch... i normally drink a monster, amp, OR rockstar a dayi was just wondering if there was a good place to buy them for cheaper...LET ME KNOW
thanks a million:)
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Buy them by the case at Costco
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can you buy NOS energy drinks at supermarkets in australia?
i really want to at least try the NOS energy drink that is sold in america. is it possible to buy it without having to import? like from a supermarket?-
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maybe
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where can i buy amp energy drinks online, and the amp overdrive drink too?
i want some amp energy drinks so where can i buy them online because i cant find allot of places that sell them and i want to get cases of them for me and some friends help me??-
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mountain dew website maybe ? =] I love amp
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Is a 13 year old allowed to buy energy drinks at CVS?
There is a CVS down the street and im wondering if i am allowed to walk there and buy an energy drink at the age of 13-
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I don't believe there is an age restriction on purchasing energy drinks. go for it. just don't make it a habit, as they aren't great for your health.
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Is there a website where you buy energy drinks in bulk? If so, what is it called?-
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Check out the online store for CRUNK!!! energy drink
https://store.crunkenergydrink.com/CRUNK!!! is the first energy drink to use natural pomegranate juice. Each can is all natural and refreshing. And it’s designed to deliver mental and physical vitality while supporting the immune system. CRUNK!!! Energy Drink embodies the lifestyle of letting loose, feeling free and expressing yourself!
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QUESTION:
where can I buy energy drinks online?
I have been looking for someplace to buy the powerfull drinks like Fixx, BooKoo, Wired, Cocain. But all I found was Energythis.com Wich is all bulk I only want a few. *If you know anything Pleas Help!*-
ANSWER:
Forget energy drinks, buy coffee. Good caffeine without all the sugar and crap
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QUESTION:
Where Can I buy these Energy Drinks online?
I want to know where I can buy the Lost Energy Drink in packs???? PLEASE????
LOST ENERGY DRINKS!!! I have tried the main site but all they sell are clothes!!!-
ANSWER:
http://www.lostenterprises.com/prod/index.php
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QUESTION:
why do people buy energy drinks like "red bull" or "monster"?
i felt tired the other day and brought 2 red bulls, cause I need to work, and thought I needed energy badly.drank two.. I admit, it gave me a little bit more energy, that lasted for like 20 minutes. half an hour later im more tired than ever
and at .99 each can, i aint buyin anymore!
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I dont like those things they have so much sugar in them!
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Where can I buy Monster Energy drinks?
I want to buy a 24 pack of Monster Energy drink. Where can I buy it cheap AND online. Retail stores are no good for me. It must be online. Shipping in the US.
Walmart.com does not have Monster for Online purchase. Its in-store only.
Costco does not have it listed. If you see it, please post link.
Target, CVS do not sell online.
Amazon is the only place I see it online, but I believe I can get it cheaper elsewhere.-
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You can buy Monster Energy drinks online from http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=Monster%20Energy%20drink&tag=189-20&index=blended&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325
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Where can I buy XS energy drinks?
I am a huge fan of the xs energy drinks. I know that you can purchase them through Quixtar however I do not want to join their group nor do I want to be hounded to join. Any ideas on simple hassle free ways to purchase these?-
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You can order them online at:https://ts-worsham-express.mychoices.biz
They will not hound you, and they will reward you with free Xs for being a repeat customer.
just click on incredible edibles.
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QUESTION:
What are some good online places to buy energy drinks and that have a large variety?
I NEED VARIETY-
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http://www.thirstmonger.com/https://www.myefusjon.com/banger911
http://www.energythis.com/ENERGY-DRINKS/c32/index.html?osCsid=f84dd545a2f5ebffd3ad1e34230cbf8f
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QUESTION:
Where can I find a person to buy XS energy drinks from?
I used to sell XS but not longer do. I am now looking for someone near me to buy from. Does anyone know how I can find someone? I want to be able to meet face-to-face with someone so I can pay cash. Thanks.-
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I used to work with a guy that was in on that pyramid scheme.....alot of party stores are starting to carry them.
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Where can I buy smaller brand energy drinks?
Hey, I was wondering where I could buy (other than online) smaller brand energy drinks? 7-11, gas stations, jewel, and walmart seem to only carry the major brands like redbull, monster, rockstar, and amp. I live in the Chicagoland area by the way.-
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Get them at any discount store like the Dollar Store.
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where can i buy Nos energy drinks?
Hey i need to know a good Website to buy Nos energy drinks from...and, if u can name a store neer FORD CITY, PA then thats ok too.
i need the big 22 ounce bottles if u can-
ANSWER:
Savon, Ralf's, 7-11, Albertsons, maybe Right Aid, Food4Less, COSTCO and Nos.com.
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QUESTION:
Can you buy energy drinks with food stamps?
I'm not asking cuz I want to buy them.
I live in Ohio.
It says you can't buynon food ittems
vitamin/medicines
hot foods that will be eaten in storeso is it a vitamin? lol
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It would depend on the state's particular rules, but in general no. Most states have a list of acceptable food products that you are allowed to spend food stamps on, and in none of those states are sodas or similar soft drinks allowed.
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where can i buy xtz energy drinks in southern ca?
i live in long beach ca and i'm looking for xtz drinks. need to find berry bomb which is my favorite flavor.-
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quickie mart!
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QUESTION:
How old do you have to be to buy energy shots/drinks?
I was at the dollar store and thoguh id try one because i was having trouble staying awake in school. I get the the register and they say that you have to be 18 to buy one of these. I'm 15 years of age.-
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any age
i been buying them since i was 12....
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how old do you have to be to buy energy drinks?
ok yesterday i was at the mall with my dad
and he asked if i wanted a drink from the vending machine so i said yes i saw there was an energy drink so i pressed the button for it on purpose and said i did it by accident and it was MONSTER it was so good and i want one again. i know u may say they are horrible for u but i had never had one before.so how old do you have to be to buy energy drinks thanks for the answeres-
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They had loads of caffeine in them, so be careful how many you drink. I have a friend who drank one everyday for her morning break. She had coffee every morning, too. She had a stroke! Drink with caution.You don't have to be a certain age. You just need money to pay for them.
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Where can I buy amp energy drinks in bulk?
I always have to go to the store and just buy tons seperately and i just want to buy cases or something. I'm only a member for costco and they don't have it there, so maybe some online site??-
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Try the actual company. If you own a store or something likes you can always try to get a deal with Pepsi Frito Lay company.
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where can i buy bawls energy drinks in the coachella valley?
they stop selling them at the 7-11 in palm desert and they stopped selling them in temcula sooo where can i buy them i am willing to drive far too. also i dont want to buy them online shipping is too much and i only have a p.o box.-
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Actually online store can ship them for free if you make a purchase over .You can buy it from various offline and online store like Amazon, Best Buy, Target and Walmart. But which one is the best? Based on my experience before, I think the best place to buy this product is at Amazon.com. This giant online retailers give the best price which included FREE Shipping (in US only).
Here is the direct link to product page :
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