Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), which is also called chronic fatigue and immune dysfunction syndrome (CFIDS), and myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is known for its symptoms associated with extreme fatigue that cause a substantial reduction in activity level. Triggered by viral illnesses or stressful events, CFS has symptoms including general pain, mental fogginess, flu-like symptoms, gastrointestinal problems, headache, muscle and joint aches, allergies to food and medications, anxiety and depression, and a decreased sex drive. CFS patients also are victim to frequent infections, which suppress the hypothalamus and lead to a decrease in the functioning of all glands and their hormones, triggering sleep dysfunction because the body confuses day and night cycles. Therefore, people with CFS have trouble staying in a deep, restorative sleep. 800,000 people nationwide of all ages, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups have CFS at any given time. Although the severity of these symptoms may differ among people, they will hang on or reoccur frequently for more than six months and most commonly continue for three to five years.
Another cause to chronic fatigue symptom is fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). FMS, which is found in about 80% of CFS patients, is a painful shortening of muscles throughout the body, causing many tender knots in the muscles, and leading to a sleep disorder. The tender knots, which are also called trigger points, are the source of the aches and pains that people with fibromyalgia and CFS feel.
Although treating chronic fatigue syndrome is a significant challenge, an integrated treatment approached, individualized to each patient, can improve patients dramatically. The first line of treatment is medications that provide symptom relief, including medications for pain, sleep disturbances, digestive problems, depression and anxiety and flu-like symptoms. However, these medications only put a bandage on symptoms instead of addressing the root problems. As a result, medications need to be supplemented by other supportive treatments such as counseling for emotional and mental health, cognitive behavioral therapy, sleep management therapy, and massage.
There are also several vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that can have powerful positive effects on a person with CFS. Each of these minerals in a chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia formula should work together to improve energy levels and overall health. Some key nutrients to look for in an energy formula include: Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Inositol, Malic Acid, Betaine, Amino Acids, Zinc, Selenium, and Fructooligosaccharides. Each of these is important to ensure recovery from chronic fatigue syndrome and can be found in a powdered drink mix. In addition to the powdered energy drink mix, it is important to also take a vitamin B-complex supplement that is specifically formulated for people with CFS/FMS, which should include niacinamide, thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, pantothenic acid, and choline. This B-complex supplement can help fight against the symptoms of fatigue and mental fogginess. Along with a B-complex supplement, people with CFS/FMS should also take an adrenal extract. Because many CFS/FMS patients are suffering from adrenal burnout, which occurs when adrenal glands constantly produce cortisol in response to chronic stress resulting in an exhausted adrenal reserve, it is important to use a glandular therapy regimen to ensure healthy cortisol levels and adrenal function. Be sure to buy an adrenal extract supplement that contains both whole adrenal and adrenal cortex extracts as well as vitamin C, vitamin B6, L-tyrosine, betaine, pantothenic acid and licorice.
Because of continued sleep interruption is the main cause of the symptoms of CFS/FMS, the most effective way to eliminate pain is to get seven to nine hours of sleep each night. However, this can be very difficult; the muscle knots of FMS make it uncomfortable to lie in one position for an extended time, which keeps the patient from getting the adequate amount of deep sleep needed to recharge their batteries. Herbal products can be used to help promote good quality sleep. A combination of wild lettuce, hops, Jamaica dogwood, L-Theanine, valerian, and passionflower is specially formulated for those people with CFS/FMS because each herb addresses a different aspect of sleeplessness and muscle tension. Together, these four interventions against CFS/FMS: sleep formula, morning energy drink, energy B-complex, and an adrenal complex can make a noticeable difference in CFS/FMS patients.
Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue can affect ones life for a long time, stop into your local health food store or visit one online for all the above mentioned items to help ease your pain and suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions
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QUESTION:
Where can I buy Blow energy drink mix?
I really want to buy Blow energy drink mix, not just the vials. I need a whole kit. If anyone has any advice on where to get it, please leave a link. Thank you.PS. If you are going to complain about how Blow endorses cocaine, sparkling grape juice endorses champagne.
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This product was discontinued by the FDA for so many obvious reasons. Imitating coke in every kind of way, pics of suggestive coke use, terminology like buying "bricks" cut it up and enjoy the rush". I'm not complaining here or lecturing, but this one was out of control and ridiculous.
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Where can i buy Blow Energy drink mix?
i want to buy Blow energy drink mix (www.iloveblow.com) but i dont want to do it online. what stores could i get it at?-
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the only place you can purchase it is online, its not in stores yet
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What is the best Alcohol/Energy Drink Mix?
I've tried red bull and vodka, and i wanted to know if theirs any other/better energy drink/alcohol mix.-
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SPARKS
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Can I drink V energy drink mix with Duromine pills?
Im so tired I can't open my eyes but I don't have anymore time left and it is vital that I continue staying awake for my exam. Suggestion?I have to take a Duromine in 4 hours or should I just take it now or drink V?
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If you have to take it in 4 hours then you should do that.
Drinking V wont do you any good.
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Where can I find blow energy drink mix in new york?
I tryed blow in a bottle of coke that i stole from my friend when she was playing ddr and it was so good i need to find out where to but it besides online.-
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3swMhAPmgI&feature=related
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Can I trademark a mix from a liquor and energy drink ?
I have a liquor unknown in the market along with a line of energy drink when mixed yield amazing tasty shots. So far I've came up with 13 different shot mixes. I would to know if I can trademark the mixes in order to put them into little bottles.-
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yes
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Has anyone ever got sick after drinking poweredge energy drink mix?
I was dizzy and nauseous and just generally sick feeling after I drank this energy drink mix, this was right after I drank the crystal light energy drink too....is this normal???-
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actually i got that same way with powerade but idk i was also drinking it in a truck with no AC... but that made me not ever want to drink powerade
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Did i get superpowers from this power mix energy drink i made?
Ok so last night i made byself a drink(not alcohlic im only 13)it was a mix of redbull,poweraid,poprocks,orange pop and 2 cups of sugar. And so this morning i woke up jumped off the bed but i didnt land on the floor i stayed in the air and could fly! I even flew myself to school!!! I have the super power to fly now!!! Is this because of the drink i made myself last night? Thoughts and opinions please. Thanx!!!-
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heck yes it did!!! the red bull gave you wings, and poweraid and sugar kept you flying, the pop rocks make you super awesome and the orange pop just contributes to the awesomeness!!!
props to you kid!!! but next time add some monster energy or amp!!! who knows what powers those will add!!!
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QUESTION:
What happens when you mix an energy drink with alcohol?
I've had alcohol for years
I've tried energy drinks once or twicewhats it like when you mix the two together?
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you might end up in the ER!
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How dangerous is it to mix vodka & energy drink?
I LOVE mixing Monster Energy drinks with Cotton Candy flavored vodka, it is SO good. But someone told me today that it could kill me? Why is it so dangerous to mix these things?-
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Alcohol is a depressant which means it slows your heart rate to below it's normal bpm and monster or redbull is a stimulant which increases your heart rate. Mixing a depressant and a stimulate puts a strain on your heart. Drinking this combination in reasonable amounts shouldn't do you any harm but if you're going out and getting pretty messed up with this cocktail then I wouldn't recommend it
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Iced Coffee with Energy drink mix?
Somone has to try Iced coffee with Monster M-80 energy drink mixed with it... Taste like bourbon-
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That's really unhealthy. There is enough caffeine in coffee. You don't need to mix anything with it.
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BEST ENERGY DRINK TO MIX WITH VODKA?
I am going out to a kickback with my friends tomorrow and I need to bring us some energy drinks while they provide the vodka. Which type of energy drink mixes best with vodka/ which tastes best???And don't say any of them b/c vodka mixes with any of them.
THANKS!!!
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OK I gotta be the buzz kill here BUT! this is really dangerous to do. All the caffeine masks the effects of the alcohol. Due to this people tend to drink more than they normally would and tend to drive after having these energy/vodka mixes. Convince your friends to mix it with juices and make sure you have designated drivers!!!!
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QUESTION:
Best jägermeister mix without energy drink?
Jagerbomb is boring now. I want something else. Whats a good mix without adding additional alcohol and energy drinks.Don't bother mentioning mixing 2 different juices or whatever (jager + whatever + whatever = ?)
I want easy mixes like jager + mountain dew. What else can I mix instead of mountain dew?
Spasibo!
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Jager's awesome, just drink it straight! Or drop a shot in a beer.
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Can I mix an energy drink with rum and have the same effect as jeigermeister nd red bull?
I know its different but I was wondering if it would have a similair effect because its still liquor nd an energy drink? Has anyone tried it?-
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If your goal is to get drunk, and have energy, yes.It probably wouldn't taste as good though.
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Where in Tacoma/Seattle Washington Can I Buy "I Love Blow" Energy Drink Mix?!?!?!?
"I Love Blow" Energy Drink Mix, is sooooooo funny... I cant find a place anywhere in Seattle/Tacoma WA that sellis it!!!!!! I can find it online at ilovebloow.com but I dont want to use my CC. Can you HELP?????-
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We have looked all over! a friend told me up on capital hill there is a few stores that have it... i never found it, but i would suggest you order it of line, use pay pal!
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What is your favorite energy drink to mix or chase with jagermeister?-
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sorry but why are you mixing jager, just go staight, or replace it with chartreus green, that'll f*** u up!!!
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does zipfizz (the energy drink mix) make you crash? is it recommended for studying?
what would you recommend to stay focused and for late night studying? i have finals coming up.-
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All engery drinks make you crash evenutally..Coffee does the same.
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Where can i buy the Energy Drink Mix, I Love Blow? (IN THE UK!)?
Can i buy this off a website or any known shops?-
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http://www.getblownow.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=3Good drink
Looks like cocain. HAHA
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Best Liqour to mix with Monster Energy drink?
What is the best liqour to mix with Monster Energy Drink?-
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i like monster drink, prob drink it with vodka. man i wanna try sum dat lean, u in texas.
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Sugar free Tang Energy drink Mix and its Caffiene amount?
how much caffiene is in this drink mix compared to a cup of coffee?-
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Tang Energy drink Mix: 0.375 ounces of caffine per packet
Coffee: 0.80 ounces of caffine per mugTang Energy drink mixes are filled mostly with electrolytes rather than caffine, it is recommended that you drink these mixes during physical activity to improve your performance...NOT as a drink that will wake you up!
Hope I helped!
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Where can you buy Milo the energy drink mix in nyc?-
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online http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=milo+energy+drink&x=0&y=0&ih=1_0_0_0_0_0_0_0_0_0.5654_1&fsc=-1 I don't know if that is what you are looking for but..try google
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Cocaine energy drink mix?
ive boughten a 24 pack of cocaine but unfortunately it tastes awful.... what could i mix with it to take away some of the taste (besides alchohal)-
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thats rather unfortunate for you, mix it with lemonade?
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what happens if you mix energy drink with antihistamines?
i neeeda know please.-
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You may have heart problems BUT this is a question you need to ask your doctor instead of average Joe's like us.
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Stacker 2 6-hour energy drink? How do i drink it? can i mix it with juice?
Its called Stacker 2 Black jax 6-hour energy....can i mix it with juice? or if i drink it alone how much do i drink. or sip.-
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ya, dont drink it.
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Is it okay to mix beer with energy drink powder?
The energy drink powder is called Extra Joss, and it can be comparable to Red Bull.What are the pros and cons of this?
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why F-up a good beer
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Can you mix an energy drink with your medicine?
ok so i bought a monster from the store drank about half of it then took my allergy medicine then drank the rest of the monster. can it affect my insides or anything when mixed together? my stomach kinda hurts from it should i be worried?-
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You might not want to try that again.
You don't have to be worried but just so you know the sugar of the energy drink don't do a good mix with medicine.
So next time, use water.
Oh and did you eat something before taking your allergy medicine?
If you didn't, try eating a healthy snack
If you did, than drink some water.
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Is it dangerous to mix Xanax with Monster energy drink?
I took a 0.5 MG Xanax for depression/anxiety approximately 2-3 hours ago. I went to 7-Eleven with my friend to get a drink and I bought a 16 FL. Oz Monster energy drink, it has ginseng in it and I heard that ginseng and anti-depressants mixed together can cause seizures. I honestly forgot I took the Xanax, and I'm worried something will happen. Help please?-
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ur screwed call ambulance or go to hospital immediately
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Can anyone recommend an energy-boosting drink or drink mix that isn't high calorie and actually works? ?
Can anyone recommend any energy-boosting drinks or drink mixes that aren't high calorie and actually work? I also want to avoid caffeine.
P.S. I'd like a good tasting drink too. Sorry that I ask for the moon
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Acai powder from a company called sambaza.look up what acai is, make your own decision.
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QUESTION:
How can I get moisture out of a powdered drink mix after it has started to cake?
I have several tubs of energy drink mix that have started to solidify in the tub. I can scrape it and it's still okay. Is there any way I can get it back into a powder so I can scoop it out.-
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I'm not totally sure you can. You could try something preventive in the future like tying up some dry rice in some cheesecloth (so it forms a little bag of rice) and keep that in your drink mix. ( you don't want to throw it in there loose because it will be a nuisance to pick out individual grains from your scoop.) You could tie up a little bag of rice and try it now. It might help absorb some moisture out. (you might have to change the rice once a week.)
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What happens when you mix smirnoff and a monster energy drink together?
I just drank half a smirnoff bottle and then I mixed the rest with half an energy monster drink and drank it. AND THATS ALL I DRANK. What is going to happen?-
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When you mix guarana with that content of alcohol, your kidneys begin to detiorate. You're going to end up needing your stomach pumped so you might as well head to the emergency room now.
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what is a better energy drink mix to take before i work out ..?
no-explode or frs drink mix ?-
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no-explode
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Whats the best energy drink to buy to mix with vodka?
Im having a party for with some high school kids and wanna know what energy drink mixes best with vodka? It should be lots of fun.
Im 27 and I used to drink at 17 so save your do gooder attitude for somebody who gives a rats a**
See I was thinking Rockstar but so many find red bull good. Never been a big fan of it. There's going to be lots of people so Im going to get 12 bottles Grey goose and 7 bottles of Chopin. I need something I can buy in bulk and does not cost to much. Thanks
Athii dont believe everything on the news. Ive drank tons of vodka redbulls and absolut rockstars and am healthy as an ox.-
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RED BULL FOR SURE!!!
Even though people say it is unsafe...so its drinking in general and smoking and even crossing the street. People like to beat the odds right?!
I have red bull and vodka all the time. it tasts so good and it gives you this energetic buzz, obviously. But have fun trying to pass out lol.P.S. It gives you a sore tummy in the mornings a little.
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What happens if you mix a four loko and a rockstar energy drink?
If you mix one of each and dont say it taste nasty because i like the taste of rockstar (:I just want to know what happens if you mix them and drink it?
THANKS FOR ANSWERING
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Four lokos already have some sort of energy drink in it so i wouldnt recommend it.
It might make your heart beat super fast since yoir getting a double dose of energy drink.
I would do it.
Oh and btw i wouldnt recommend getting drunk on four lokos cause they give you the nastiest hangovers xp haha
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Is it bad if i mix vodka with an energy drink?
If its not what energy drink will i get the most kick out of if i mix it,-
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red bull, the best mix ever and it is good...oh so good!
x
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Is zipfizz a drug. You know, the energy drink mix. My friend says that it is, but I don't think so.?
It's yummy!-
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i've never heard of zipfizz but a lot of energy drinks have caffine in them and caffine is a drug. You should be carefull energy drinks can be very dangerous.
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is it safe to drink energy drinks mixed with wine?
me and my friend drank a whole bottle of red wine and mixed most of it with monster energy and rockstar. my friend does feel a little sick but i feel fine , will we be okay?-
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You will definitely be fine. Caffeine does not interact alcohol but it also doesn't counteract it. Instead, you will probably just be both drunk, and energetic. Some more information can be found here: http://www.videohuevos.com/2011/07/5-myths-about-energy-drinks.html (nice little video)One thing to always keep in mind is that alcohol is both dangerous in high doses and can cause dependency, but I am sure that you already knew that.
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Can I mix two energy supplement powders in one drink?
I have the Powder Gatorade mix and i like the flavor of it. I also have some of this supplement powder called BHIP new brand of energy, which I do not exactly like the taste of. Both are supposed to be mixed in water and they are said to provide energy. Is it okay to mix them in one drink?-
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yeah!
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Can I mix Nos Energy Drink with Vodka?
I am really tired after a long day of school and I bought this Nos energy drink to help me stay awake for a party tonight. My plan is to drink the 22 oz drink before taking shots of vodka at this party. Is that safe to do? Advice plz thanx!!-
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DO IT. unless you are unbelievably hypersensitive to caffeine or you plan on drinking extremely large quantities of the energy drink and vodka, it's not going to be a problem. drunk+raging. what more could you want.
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What happens when you mix sleeping pills with an energy drink?
I taken two sleeping pills and an energy drink, Now I feel weird. I guess I answered my own question, but I want your input.-
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Your buddy gets messed up, you're taking a deppresent with a stimulator.
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What else can I mix with Jager besides a energy drink?
I love Jager straight or with monster, do you know what else would taste good with it besides an energy drink?-
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I advance searched Jager at Liquor Live and here are the results that came up:http://liquorlive.com/drinks.php?option=com_advance_search&lq1=142&lq2=&lq3=&btnsend=Search
Drinks in green only require your Jager + non alcoholic mixer(s).
Hope this helps!
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What is the best energy drink for this situation?
So, I need an energy drink that I can have in the morning, then have it out of my system in 10 hours because there's this party and alcohol will be involved and I've heard you rerally shouldn't mix energy drinks and alochol. Also preferably good tasting. And where can I usually purchase iit?-
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Pink rockstar(:
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energy drink powder mix?
are there any monster or amp energy drink powder's that i can mix with water to get an energy drink?-
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No I am sorry there are no energy powders from AMP or Monster. However, there are three energy powders that I know about: ZIzzaz, Eboost, and Crave which actually works quite well. Enjoy!
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Anyone drink a.c.t act energy drink powder mix?
A long time ago I looked this up on yahoo answers and I saw tons of questions about it and also tons of people spamming trying to sell it, now when I look it up... there isnt a single question about it.. did yahoo ban talk of this energy drink because of the spammers trying to sell it that work for the company? weird!!
I bought it off eBay. You can get it cheaply there. It really makes you feel Alert.-
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no i don't!!!!!!
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can an alcoholic energy drink cause a sudden redness on the face and neck?
my husband drank a beverage called four loko which is an energy drink mixed with 12 percent alcohol.. and after about 30-45 min his face got red like a sunburn and has red splotches down the back of his neck..he feels fine other than his face feeling hot...is this an allergic reaction to the drink or to something else or is it something different causing it.-
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They have energy drinks with alcohol now, omg, if energy drinks aren't bad enough! Too much caffeine and sugar from the energy drink, combined with 12 percent alcohol is asking for trouble. With his face getting such a reaction, tell him to NOT drink those anymore. They should be taken of the shelves!
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What happens if you mix energy drinks with protein shakes?
Or drink an energy drink, and later (after an hour or so) drink a protein shake?-
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Yeah. Why would there be any problem? Protein shakes are just liquid food. You drink energy drinks after eating food sometimes, don't you?
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Can you mix nos energy drink with vodka iceberg?-
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yeah just make sure its good vodka
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If I mix jagermeister with an energy drink and store it in a plastic bottle for a month, will it turn rancid?
Not planning on storing it in a fridge, keeping it under my bed out of direct sunlight.-
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Neither a commercially produced energy drink nor jager has anything in it that can go bad. On the other hand, why not just leave them in their respective containers until the moment of truth, and then mix it?
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What happens if you mix a monster and rockstar energy drink?
Ok so i mean 1 can of each NOT 2 or 3 but just 1 of each and then drink it what will happen to you?-
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You go to hell, you go to hell and you die >.<
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Alcoholic Drink mixed with Energy Drink and Baby Formula?
I've heard of people drinking a mix of alcohol, baby formula, and energy drinks... What does this do? Why do they add the baby formula???-
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It does nothing other than promote their need for acceptance via their bizarre alcoholic kink.I suppose the formula is more nutritional than mixing it with Coca-Cola.
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Is it really a big deal to mix alcohol with an energy drink?
I'm just curious about the effects it will have at varying quantities. Having just one or two shouldn't impact you negatively, right?-
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Well a little will give you one heck of a kick, quite a bit will give you one heck of a buzz, but too much will actually make you pass out.
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