Energy Drink Reviews

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When it comes to the energy drink market, no one really cares about being healthy with vitamin C. No one cares about building strong bones with D. Nobody even cares about vitamin A anda well whatever A does. The golden vitamin is that of the B variant. I don't know why this vitamin ranks between A and C, or why categories 6 and 12 matter the most. I just know that when a sustained energy boost is your craving, vitamins B6 and B12 deliver. Chaser 5 Hour seems to be the first to commercially harness this state of affairs, and Wired X B12 Rush is the first energy drink I've ever seen to travel down this road.

Taste

It's just another face in the crowd. First up, citrus. Second up, energy blend bitterness. Third up, fake sugar cover up. I do not see this taste as one meant to offer a singularly pleasurable experience. Rather, I see it as a taste that works functionally as a vessel to deliver a powerful energy blend under your taste bud radar.

Ingredients

The top of the can reads, aMAXIMUM CAFFEINE.a Woah there, cowboy, hold your horses. We're only talking 100mg of caffeine total. The top of the can also reads, aMAXIMUM B VITAMINS.a All of this caps-lock label screaming had me whispering aEXTREEEEEMEa under my breath when I first plucked it out of the vending cooler. The drink offers up 3,000% of your B12 DV and 500% of your B6 DV. As far as energy drinks (not shots) are concerned, those figures are impressive.

Energy

Most of the B shots out there, in my experience, seem to kindly present an optional energy boost to you on a silver tray. They seem to say, ahey there good buddy, I've got some energy for you, You don't to have to take it, it's ok, I just wanted to let you know that you're swell and if you're feeling down, I'm here for youa. This drink takes the silver platter of energy and mashes it into your face. The monologue of this drink would better spoken by Gunnery Sgt. Hartman from Full Metal Jacket. Down this drink and you're going to get a classic B-vitamin boost, and you have absolutely no say in the matter. I don't why it does this better than shots, it just does.

Verdict

This has become a local go-to drink for me because of its reliable energy boost. Really these days, isn't that what matters? Sure taste is nice but you have a busy life to live. If an energy drink fails me when I really need it, it can threaten my ability to have a successful and productive day. My only question now is what happened to B-Vitamins 1-5 and 7-11. Poor little guys are always getting left out. Reviewed by Dusty Smith

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Do you like reading energy drink reviews?
My friend, Jeffo_Bazoni and I are working on a site that reviews energy drinks. Tell me what you think of it:

http://cannedreviews.blogspot.com

Do you have advice?specific energy drink reviews you would to see?comments? Let me know!
- ANSWER:
  Hi like your little Icon Im a pats fan to. Yeah I enjoy reading energy drinks to compare everyones pros and cons about a certain drink. Compare labels and make a poll. The only drawback is that it may have to get approved by the FDA. This way if you sell it and people get sick they cant sue you.
QUESTION:
Energy Drink Reviews?
Does anyone know any good energy drink review sites? I remember reading one in a blogspot that was really good but I lost the bookmark.
- ANSWER:
  Here are some:
  http://energy-drink-ratings.blogspot.com/ (this is really good)
  http://www.screamingenergy.com/
QUESTION:
Any reviews on redline energy drink?
Im going to try a redline energy drink tonite for an all nite graduation nite thing. How caffine buzzed will it get me? has anyone taken it? what is your review? do you know someone who has taken it?
- ANSWER:
  all I will say is prepare to stay awake most of tonight.
QUESTION:
Is Monster Energy drink bad for you? No bias reviews?
I just purchased two cans of Monster, and I have been drinking it for the last year. Not regularly but about once a week or so. I usually avoid energy drinks because I know they cab be harmful, but harm cab they actually do. Is it even that bad for you? Are there any advantages of drinking it and so on and so forth. Please, don't give me immature answers such as "oh it will kill you, it's so bad for you" etc but answer maturely.
- ANSWER:
  One a week or so will have no il effect on your health so don't waste another minute on worry. I see no advantage to drinking these other than you get your caffeine boost from this and not coffee. (for the non coffee drinker.)
QUESTION:
Has anybody ever tried HyDrive energy drink and what's your review?
Also, is their any HyDrive drink that contains L-Theanine?
- ANSWER:
  no good for you!
QUESTION:
Would you like to accept a energy drink which is rich in oxygen ?
well, this is a part of my project and so conducting a survey.Your reviews will be submitted as a hard copy.
Product name: Oxygen
Flavours: Apple, Orange, Cherry & Lemon
Oxygen is an important component of cellular metabolism and other biological processes that keep our bodies going. Oxygen provides the body with energy and makes sure our cells and organs stay in shape. In its concentrated form, oxygen is known to be an anti-aging treatment.
- ANSWER:
  Are you serious?
  
  You want to fill our bellies with air? Is this some kind of trick to get us to fart more?
  
  Our body takes in oxygen through our lungs, not through our stomachs. Putting oxygen in food won't work...
QUESTION:
FRS Healthy Energy Drink?
Has anyone tried this? I got a review of it http://www.energylevel.org/reviews/frs-healthy-energy-drink/ and I was wondering how it stacks up to 5 hour energy shots. I use those now but I'm worried about how healthy they are.
- ANSWER:
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QUESTION:
What do you think about energy drinks?
I am not a big cofee drinker, but I love energy drinks. I've heard mixed reviews about the energy drink craze, but I'd like to get some more imput.
- ANSWER:
  Hey Biglo68
  
  Energy drinks are good for some and bad for others. It all depends on what your body can take. We are all structured different to with stand certain things that we take in and so we should be careful in selecting what foods and drinks we all like to eat. To answer your question overall I think energy drinks are bad for the simple reason that they are packed with so much sugar and the ones that aren't packed with sugar have a sugar substitute which is just like drinking fake sugar. Handing picking the best energy drink is difficult however can be benefical if you know which ones to drink. Alot of people drink the popular ones and those are the ones that aren't good for us. There are over 500 energy drinks out in the market and over 70million are sold everyday. Out of those 500 I am sure you can find one that suits what your looking for. I personally like to drink Crave Energy Drink, it is different from the other ones because it doesn't come in a can, it comes in a packet and so you can mix it with just about anything. The recommendation is that you mix it with a 16oz bottle of water. You can google Crave Energy Drink and see what you come up with and I have also included a link below.
  
  Hope this helps
QUESTION:
I would like to know if that 5 Hour energy drink works? and are there any side effects? Is it safe to use?
5 Hour Energy is that new energy shot that came out recently. It worked for me but I seen a review of some people that it didnt' go so well for. I just wanted to know at a whole, if its safe and what the side effects are.
- ANSWER:
  It's mostly made up of B vitamins which are water soluable and are absorbed into your body quickly.
  
  If you can get past the taste, they do work pretty well by increasing the energy levels (with the Vitamin B), and there is a slight crash.
  
  Start with 1/2 a bottle at first if you're worried about the affects. Likely, most of the affects are probably 'in your head'.
  
  Anything that increases you energy levels artificially is proabably not the best for your body.
  
  Good luck!
QUESTION:
I would like to know if that 5 Hour energy drink works? and are there any side effects? Is it safe to use?
5 Hour Energy is that new energy shot that came out recently. It worked for me but I seen a review of some people that it didnt' go so well for. I just wanted to know at a whole, if its safe and what the side effects are.
- ANSWER:
  That 5 hour energy drink is CRAP!!! I would not waste your money on it. Water gave me more energy than that nasty waste of money. Stick to something you know. Like the Howling Monkey Energy Drinks. The cola one is really good!!
QUESTION:
Energy drink gone bad?
Ok, I tried a RED LINE energy drink for the first time. I took it like a big shot.
WTF. After about half an hour I had a burst of energy, but not the same as a red bull or monster. This stuff is crazy. And, like a moron, i didnt read the label. Your only supposed to drink half, then and half later.
Now, 12 hrs later still awake and amping, I looked it up online. This drink has such bad reviews!
My question is, Does anyone know when this drink will stop working!?! I would appreciate a time frame. Thanks Much.
- ANSWER:
  You probably already found this out but this drink is horribly bad for you! Most people it is supposed to wear off by 6 hours, if you only drink half the can. Since you forgot to read the label, you would double this to about 12. For people that is doesn't, they are the ones that get sick. If you start having chills, rapid heart rate, or convulsions, go to the emergency room. Things that might helps you are eating. Especially carbs. Try having a sandwich, maybe peanut butter and jelly. The bread and the protein are whats going to absorb into your blood stream. I would suggest just eating and waiting out. And try not to drink this stuff again. It's loaded with taurine and amino acids that trip your brain up. Hope this helps!
QUESTION:
I work at a grocery store and I want to carry howling monkey energy drink, but I can't find any contact info.
I spent a long time on the website without finding any contact or ordering info. I looked elsewhere and all I could find was reviews. I need solid info that will allow me to stock my shelves with howling monkey!
- ANSWER:
  Try this beverage network site for help;
  http://www.bevnet.com/reviews/howling_monkey/
  http://www.bevnet.com/reviews/howling_monkey/purchase.asp
  
  The Howling Monkey Beverage Company
  
  Neighborhood: Embarcadero
  1160 Battery St
  # 30
  (between Broadway St & Pacific Ave)
  San Francisco, CA 94111
  (866) 482-7956
  http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-howling-monkey-beverage-company-san-francisco
QUESTION:
review on 5 hours energy drink?
1. what prons and cons

2. is it okay to take vitamins with them?
- ANSWER:
  To be all honest,it doesn't do anything for me.
  
  Vitamins are fine to take with it. Eat an apple instead,that produces lots of energy.
QUESTION:
Efusjon Energy Drink is it a scam?
My friend wants me to join it cost 6 to start and 5 a month for your Efusjon Drinks In cases.but all the internet reviews say its legit.
- ANSWER:
  I think it's legit. Like any network marketing company, you get what you put into it. If you are considering signing up you may want to have a look at the efusjon powerline site at www.efusjed.com
  
  They have an automated system in place to build your matrix so it gives you an edge when trying to build your team.
QUESTION:
5- hour energy drink?
im 13 and i have a basketball game tomorrow. i want to get hyped up for the game. and 2 days before the game i bought the 5- hour energy drink and after reading the review online... im still not sure about drinking it. and if u know some side affects please tell me.... i dont have time cause my game is tomorrow and i have skool too
- ANSWER:
  there's no gurantee that it's gonna get you give the energy boost. it varies by person. i've taken it a few times and it just makes me really sleepy, however my sister gets super hyper.
QUESTION:
Is The Neuro Smart Drink an energy drink?!?
Could you give me any health reviews on the drink?! There's a warning on the back not to let children under twelve or something drink this drink. Why?
- ANSWER:
  NeuroGasm ® is a delicious drink designed to promote better sexual health and provide you with the right kind of energy when you need it most.
QUESTION:
What's the best energy drink for focusing?
I need to stay focused on this project I'm doing and work diligently. However, I'm very distracted right now and I need something to help. I've heard good reviews of 5-Hour Energy for focus and such, since it's mostly B vitamins and some caffeine rather than other energy drinks which contain craploads of caffeine and sugar and get you all jittery until you crash hard. I do have somewhat of a tolerance for caffeine (having used it every day for about two years). My brother also has ADHD medicine but I really don't wanna snort one of his pills just to do this project. Any help? Thanks!
Is it true that exercising before homework or having music on in the background will help with focus? I'm having major problems right now... Any help appreciated.
Red Bull + 5 Hour Energy + Mountain Dew = ?
- ANSWER:
  Emergen-C Pink Lemonade
  
  You could probably pick it up at a local CVS or something (in the cold-and-vitamin-C supplement department). Trust me it works.
  
  Hope this helped.
  
  Answer mine if you get a chance http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AhZctF7cfUJSr87ti2rxYPXty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20101225172955AARoDQ1
QUESTION:
Anyone wanna tell me about Red Line Energy Drink?
I have heard mixed reviews would appreciate your input
- ANSWER:
  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redline_(drink)
QUESTION:
Redline energy drink- its 11:30 am will I be able to sleep before 2am?
I drink about 3 large cups of coffee when I am at work (about 4 days a week) and eat energy pills every so often to help my workouts. If I drink half a Redline at 11:30am do you think I will be fine by 2am? I've heard reviews where people can't sleep all night, but I can usually go to sleep on uppers but sometimes can't so I can't decide.
Basically my question is::: If you aren't as sensitive to caffeine like some people, will you be able to handle it better? Has anyone who drinks a lot of coffee or caffeine seen that these Redlines were still pretty potent for them?
- ANSWER:
  I drink about 3 to 4 large POTS of coffee per day. Drink it 24/7 and rarely have had sleep problems until lately. They are due to some medications the doctor says I need, but are interfering with other lifestyle problems.
  
  If you are not really sensitive to caffeine go ahead. But you would get better results from proper dietary habits on the energy levels.
  
  I cannot post websites as that is "solicitation" according to the Yahoo Answers Gurus.
QUESTION:
what is the best energy drink?
give me your opinons...reviews.. etc etc.im looking for something i can find at my local store.im in california...
- ANSWER:
  i agree with the answer above..and i heard monster is pretty good
QUESTION:
How do I persuade my mom to do something?
i have an energy drink blog where i review energy drinks. my mom wants me to only drink 8 oz. of the full 16 oz. can. i have done this but i get no kick at all. how do i persuade her into thinking that it is ok for me to drink the whole can.
- ANSWER:
  tell her that how nothing gonna happen and how other people tried
QUESTION:
I have found the perfect energy drink, sugar free, 0 carbs and up to 8 cal.?
XS Energy Drink is a privite lable drink, yet it's # 2 in the industry for sales. With up to 10,000% B12 , no sugar, 0 carbs and up to 8 cal this is the most healthy drink made. Not to mention there are 14 different flavors yes 14........everybody has to try these out !!! Get this incredibile drink at this web site......extremesportsnutritionnow.com and click on the XS Energy can. Does anybody out there like drinking up to 10 large table spoons of sugar in soda or other energy drink.........check this out, buy some and report back here. I'd love to hear your review.
- ANSWER:
  Anything that tastes sweet but has no calories probably has carcinogenic artificial sweeteners so even if it seems so great its probably horrible for you!
QUESTION:
Are energy drinks dangerous to people`s health?
I`m a college student who`s gona have midterm exams next week. I`m planning to take energy drinks starting on Saturday to Thursday, since I get sleepy while reviewing, but only one bottle per day and I`m only gona take it before reviewing. Coffee doesn`t take effect on me anymore. So I wana know if energy drinks are deadly? Or can they really harm people`s health severely?
- ANSWER:
  If they were, they wouldn't be on the market in such huge numbers. Yes, they are not healthy, but not that severe. It just has a lot of sugar and caffeine, that's all.
QUESTION:
Looking for elusive soda- Young Energy. Can anyone help me find someone who distributes it?
I tasted a soda a while back called Young Energy. I thought it was tasty, but I am having *no luck* finding this stuff. Searching pulls up reviews of the drink, totally unrelated items, or other drinks endorsed by Steve Young. Oh, and a company that carries it but only sells to retailers and restaurants.

Does anyone know where to buy/order it, or have any tips on finding products that seem to be rare? I have a terrible habit of developing tastes for unpopular treats. ><
Can only order it by the case, but at least its available. Thanks! =D
- ANSWER:
  This is the site I found and it looks like they sell the drink directly to consumers. Let me know if this helps. Also I've made my settings so that my e-mail address is not visible. So if this helps and you're able to order as a consumer please let me know by giving me a best answer. This drink looks awesome and I want to order some. If you don't rate me best answer then I'll find another way to order some.
  
  http://www.onesip.net/index.html
QUESTION:
Can you come up with any good blog names?
I'm making a blog that reviews drinks such as energy drinks, health drinks, soda's, ect. I'm trying to come up with a catchy name to call it. Any ideas?
- ANSWER:
  DailyDrink, Thirst, Quench, Goodjuice, HealthyQuench, Taste. I don't know but I hope I helped or inspired more ideas! LOL GOOD LUCK.
QUESTION:
Information for Spike Shooter?
Well I'm 12 years old and I saw Spike Shooter at GNC in the mall by my house and since I do energy drink reviews on youtube (channel name omjurmom96, just saying) I figured I would try it, but since I'm pretty young could it have a serious backlash on my health? I usually drink multiple energy drinks in a day and have downed a jolt whice has 280mg of caffeine, only 20 less then spike, and it really had no effect on me at all. So what do you think?
- ANSWER:
  Number one:
  You are too young to be drinking energy drinks!
  Energy drinks are not healthy for anyone, but especially some one as young as you!
  
  What makes energy drinks bad?
  
  12 spoons of sugar... that's bad
  
  200 calories... bad
  
  Guarana... tisk tisk
  
  Good for a short jittery burst then a debilitating crash!
  
  All energy drinks are Dangerous!
  
  Read the health risks of energy drinks at:
  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_drink#Adverse_effects
  and
  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_bull#Health_effects
  
  I know someone personally that had to be taken to the hospital emergency room after only drinking one (1)
  
  You are just as safe playing russian roulette!
  .
  
  Number two:
  You are too young to be on Yahoo answers!
  
  Yahoo! Answers Community Guidelines at:
  http://answers.yahoo.com/info/community_guidelines
  says:
  Using Answers Safely
  Age restriction
  Children under the age of 13 are not permitted to ask or answer questions on Yahoo! Answers nor establish communication with other Yahoo! Answers users. To learn more about using Yahoo! Answers safely, please visit http://help.yahoo.com/l/us/yahoo/answers/safety
  
  You are in Violation!
  
  When your account gets suspended don't act surprised!
  .
QUESTION:
Question about the drink Red Bull?
I love this drink. I drink it because it taste great. I don't drink it a lot. Maybe 2 cans a week. Not a lot at all. Right? Anyway....

I have heard many mixed reviews about this drink. People say to drink this before a test because it helps you concentrate. Then i hear people say don't do that because it makes you hyper.

Then i hear to take it before you work out. Then i hear DO NOT do that.

People say this is not a energy drink. So what is it?

So I'm pretty confused about this drink. I guess my question is... What are the benefits of drinking Red Bull?
- ANSWER:
  Benefits? Sugar, absurd amount of caffeine, great way to part with your money.
  
  Gatorade is still the drink of choice for athletes (some of the most active people in society) -- you don't see them switching to these energy drinks (maybe to hawk, but not to drink), that should tell you something.
  
  BTW, take a peppermint before taking a test, as peppermint actually does help clear the mind.
QUESTION:
Energy pills or Energy drinks?
I work very physical 12 hour shifts, go in at 5am and get out at 530pm, by 2pm i am so tired. I used to take One a Day energy pills and while i used to feel something it really didnt help much. I take vitamins and have been losing weight so i know it's not that. I drink plenty of water and get plenty of sleep.
So as far as pills or drinks, anyone have any recommendations like 5 hour energy, energy pills, negative or positive reviews will help. I definitely dont want that jittery body tingling feeling. HELP!
- ANSWER:
  Hey i used to work from 5:15pm to 6:00am once 7:30am for a year is crazy...and honestly on my last break i was tired that feeling..at 2:00am i tried rockstar gum it didn't work....i tried 5hr energy and for a backup is great to have it woke me up really awake, but i had alot of anxiety i didn't like it. i tried rockstar energy drinks they taste good but if i took them sometimes i felt great, other times i didn't want to be there after a while i found out that when i took them with food is was way better and lastly the best was to go to sleep asap and eat a good meal and drink lots of water...
QUESTION:
OMG. WOW. Am beginning to panick and freak out now. Do you think I need energy drink for this?
I AM IN BIG TROUBLE, can't believe I've just realized it now! I have always been goofing off whenever I'm in lesson... Cause I know that, if I studied now am afraid that it will forget everything when it comes to big exams ya know? but i was wrong. even though i had tutor... till then, whenever I take out everything that i need to revise, I WAS LIKE FUCK CRAP SHIT. YOU KIDDING ME? IGCSE IS IN A MONTH. HOW AM I GOING TO STUDY ONE WHOLE FREAKING TEXTBOOK. COMBINED SCIENCE AND MATH A FEW MORE WEEKS? Am crying my eyes out now, miserable. MY TABLE'S A MESS.... I'M UNORGANIZED. IT'S ALL LAST MINUTE, I'M REMOSREFUL ABOUT IT! I'm a slacker... OMG>____< But I am doing and reviewing my homework though. How am I going to ask for advise from teachers when I've been diagnosed with learning difficulties ='(((
- ANSWER:
  1) Priorities your work.
  
  2) Get all things that you need before the exam, starting from today.
  
  3) When you feel exam anxiety you can do this to relax and alleviate the stress if you want to:
  
  http://www.cchs.net/health/health-info/docs/2400/2409.asp?index=9445
  
  4) on the morning of the exam get up an hour earlier and catch an earlier bus, so that if things go wrong you still have time to make it to the exam.
  
  Stress is accumulative and all these little tasks help to bring down the stress level bit by bit.
QUESTION:
Are Diet Energy Drinks bad for you?
I want the Facts, not your personal opinion or popular reviews. Different websites say different answers.
I only drink the Diet Energy Drinks. I know they aren't the best thing for you, since they basically are diet soda. I have been having 1 Diet Energy Drink everyday for about the past 3 and 1/2 months.
I drink the Sugar-Free RockStars, and the Sugar-Free Amp Energy's. They have no Calories, Fat or Carbs, plus they taste good and I highly enjoy them.

What are the long term effects? What damage have I already done to my body? I'm an 18 year old Male.
- ANSWER:
  Energy drinks are popular beverages promoted as energy enhancers. They are usually carbonated and contain caffeine or other stimulants, such as ginseng and tea extracts. People may consume energy drinks for improved athletic performance, weight reduction or for energy to stay up for work or recreational activities late into the night. Routine or excessive energy drink consumption poses numerous risks. While diet energy drinks contain less calories and sugar than regular varieties, they pose similar risks.
  Function
  People may reach for diet energy drinks for numerous reasons. Increased energy is perhaps the most obvious. In addition, dieters may opt for energy drinks in place of high-calorie foods or beverages while restricting calories, to manage appetite or for a metabolism boost. Athletes may drink energy drinks prior to exercise in hopes of heightened athletic performance.
  
  Emotional Risks
  Energy drinks may negatively impact a person's moods and emotional health. According to Mayo Clinic physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist, Edward R. Laskowski, M.D., energy drinks may cause irritability, restlessness and nervousness.
  
  Since people vary in caffeine sensitivity, some individuals may experience intense emotional effects shortly after consuming energy drinks and more significant "crash" effects once the stimulants wear off. Those with psychological disorders, such as anxiety and depression, may stand at heightened risk for these effects.
  Physical Risks
  Depending upon the ingredients and how much volume a person consumes, energy drinks may cause adverse physical symptoms. According to Dr. Laskowski, energy drinks are known to cause rapid heartbeat and blood pressure increases. People may experience irregular heart rhythms, which are sometimes dangerous.
  
  Though research findings are mixed, Dr. Laskowski suggests that caffeine and other ingredients in energy drinks may trigger dehydration during physical activity. In severe cases, excessive energy drink consumption has been linked with seizures, chest pain, heart attacks and sudden death.
  Alcohol Hazards
  Combining energy drinks with alcohol has become a growing trend in America. According to the Marin Institute, 31 percent of youth ages 12 to 17 and 34 percent of young adults ages 18 to 24 report routine energy drink consumption. For this reason, many alcoholic beverage companies are targeting this age group in promotion of energy drinks combined with alcohol.
  
  Youth and young adults hoping to keep their calorie intake low while drinking alcohol may opt for sugar-free energy drinks combined with alcohol. Regular and diet energy drinks combined with alcohol pose multiple dangers. Though people may believe that it's harder to get drunk while drinking stimulants, what actually happens is their assessment of their intoxication is reduced. As a result, risk for injuries, drinking while intoxicated and life-threatening accidents may increase.
  
  According to Dr. Laskowski, alcohol also compounds the negative side effects of energy drinks, such as irritability and heart problems.
  Cognitive and Sleep Problems
  Caffeine and other stimulants contained in energy drinks may negatively affect a person's ability to think clearly or focus on important tasks. According to the National Sleep Foundation or NSF, the effects of caffeine are temporary and do not restore restfulness attained from adequate sleep. In addition, people who consume energy drinks or other caffeinated beverages regularly are more likely to struggle with insomnia.
  Suggestions
  While moderate, occasional consumption of energy drinks is generally considered safe, precautions should be taken. Energy drinks vary substantially in content of caffeine, additional stimulants and other ingredients.
  
  Dr. Laskowski recommends water and/or sports drinks as the optimum energy enhancer during workouts. Overweight individuals may fare better by increasing physical activity and adhering to a nutrient-rich diet than from over-consumption of diet energy drinks.
  
  The National Sleep Foundation recommends healthy sleep habits and naps when necessary as optimum means of energy enhancement.
QUESTION:
Have you ever heard of this drink?
Today, I reviewed the Jack Herer 420 Hemp Infusion energy drink. The store nearby had it and I was interested. It comes in an 8.4oz can, and actually has Hemp seed extract in it. I found it a bit odd and very uncommon, and wondered if anyone else has tried it. I reviewed it on my website, Canned Reviews. I myself, thought it was pretty good.

Here is the link to my review:

http://cannedreviews.blogspot.com/2008/04/jack-herer-420-hemp-energy-infusion.html

I guess this is a European drink because in the ingredients, it lists "Flavour" instead of "Flavor.
Oh, right, or Canadian.

That makes sense, right.
- ANSWER:
  Oh!
  Why I saw it at my local market down the street.
  That's cool, I guess they are getting popular
QUESTION:
Is there a website that sells energy drinks like red bull and full throttle by the can (not in bulk)?
Ideally I'm looking for one that has a large selection of brands from different manufacturers so that I can do more reviews on my website http://taurinerules.blogspot.com
- ANSWER:
  The first link below is the best I could find for you, but it looks like you've reveiwed most of them already....
QUESTION:
Is it safe to drink the Zantrex 3 power crystals drink mix while taking the Zantrex 3 fat burner pill?
I haven't done this I'm just curious because my friend wants both and i've read reviews on the pill and it raises energy levels which in turn raises heart rate and I'm concerned.
- ANSWER:
  It is safer and healthier to drink water.
  
  If you buy the pills, just throw them in the garbage. Do NOT flush them down the toilet, as they pollute our drinking water.
  
  If you are dying to waste money, give it to a charity.
  
  If you want to damage your body, eat ice cream, don't take fake meds.
QUESTION:
5 hour energy drinks?
So I've looked em up and everything and they don't seem to have anything dangerous in them. I haven't seen any negative reviews or anything.

But if they give you that much energy what happens if you take 2 or 3 or however many. Because I'm sure one of you out there has taken more then one. I'm just wondering if its like an overload or what?
5 Hour Energy Shots*
- ANSWER:
  it will make you sick
QUESTION:
How many flavors of "No Fear" energy drinks are there?
I'm trying to review them all on youtube ... flavor names would be nice but are not needed.
- ANSWER:
  What makes energy drinks bad?
  
  12 spoons of sugar... that's bad
  
  200 calories... bad
  
  Gorana... tisk tisk
  
  Good for a short jittery burst then a debilitating crash!
  
  All energy drinks are Dangerous!
  
  Read the health risks of energy drinks at:
  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_drink#Adverse_effects
  and
  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_bull#Health_concerns
  
  I know someone personally that had to be taken to the hospital E.R. after only drinking one (1)
  
  You are just as safe playing russian roulette!
  
  Now to answer your question.
  There are four plainly shown at: http://energy.nofear.com
QUESTION:
What is the best enery drink to try?
please dont say 5 hour energy, I have read some scary reviews on it...What is a good one to try? Thanks !
- ANSWER:
  None it has too much caffeine.
QUESTION:
Has anyone noticed any negative side of effects of NeuroSonic?
I've tried NeuroSonic, and my thinking got really cloudy, and my energy quickly depleted after a couple of drinks. Has anyone felt anything similar?

I've tried looking for reviews online about it that talked about negative side affects, but haven't found anything. To me NeuroSonic isn't any better than other big energy drinks like Monster and Red Bull because they give me the same effect as NeuroSonic.
- ANSWER:
  I've used it once, and didn't experience any negative effects
QUESTION:
Java Monsters and Starbuck Doubleshot energy+coffee drinks?
I'm doing a review of the two for school.
If you've ever had them, please tell me which you like better.
Why you like it better, and how you think it compares to actual coffee.
Please and Thank you!
- ANSWER:
  java monster, it has a unique flavor to it, better than any coffee drink ive ever had, i just love monster in general.
QUESTION:
Im investing my money in....?
im investing in (CIRC) that is the company that makes the playboy energy drink, and the reviews i have read says its better than redbull and every man loves playboy. im also investing in (GME) Gamestop, because christmas is just around the corner. so do you guys think this is a bad investment or a good one?
- ANSWER:
  energy drink seems ok but Gamestop isn't epsecially with game sales down.
QUESTION:
5-Hour Energy for Minors.?
Hello all, this a question about the popular drink called 5-Hour Energy. It is mostly reviewed as safe, from what I've read. Anyhow, I've gotten some because, all though young, I need a lot of energy to get through a day at times because of strenuous activities I undertake. My question is this:

Is 5-Hour Energy safe for minors to consume? I'm mostly curious about myself, I am 14 and wondering if I should or should not take any.

Thank you all.
- ANSWER:
  It's not recommended for children under the age of 12 (says so right on the bottle and on the Website). So technically, I guess you're safe. However, 5-Hour Energy, and any energy supplement for that matter were never intended for children like yourself. You should be focusing on taking care of yourself, eating right, getting PLENTY of rest, and giving your body what it needs to grow and develop in a healthy way, not by relying on energy supplements.
  
  Talk to your parents/a teacher/guidance counselor/doctor about what you can do to get more rest and take better care of yourself so you don't feel like you need energy supplements.
QUESTION:
Does anyone know where I can get Chai High?
Chai high is one of the new Java Monster energy drinks. I didn't think that they were out yet, but I've seen a review of it on someone's blog. I had a sample and absolutely loved it, but now I don't even know if it's out yet! I asked Monster and they said that I should start seeing it in more stores soon - but I haven't seen it in ANY store!
- ANSWER:
  Monster (along with many other products) is brought into stores by a vendor. In the case of most chains, the corporate office has to authorize any new items before they can be brought into the stores. Chai Hai is relatively new and in my area, it's only been authorized in one grocery chain so far. The chain doesn't extend too far beyond our county so it would be of little use to you.
  
  Your best bet is to try to find it in independantly owned grocery and convenience stores because Monster doesn't require a pre-authorization to bring it in there.. just approval from the managers/ owners.
  
  Give it a little more time and more stores will start to carry it soon. There's 5 other new flavors of monster that came out at the same time!
QUESTION:
why is it i feel drained and slugish most of the time?
im always buying energy drinks to keep me going it seems worst when i have a drink of alchol i ear quite sensible and excersise its just a bit worrying any reviews back greatly recieved.
- ANSWER:
  I would check with the GP. Your iron levels might be very low!
QUESTION:
Blehh I just drank a 5 Hour Energy and now I feel sick?
I was at Blitz with my sister and mom at Wal Mart and they were handing out free 5 Hour Energy samples to keep you awake and at the store, so I took one and I drank it (In a short review of 5 Hour Energy: Tastes like shit, Only lasts for about 10 minutes, Has a terrible crash, Fuck 5HE, I'm sticking to Monster: Hitman), and after the Energy went away, I started feeling shakey and on-edge, but then eventually my stomach started to hurt, and now it feels all twisted, has anyone had a similar experience?
- ANSWER:
  For me all energy drinks twist my stomach a bit when I drink them (I got used to it, doesn't really hurt) and then I have a rush to go to poop. This doesn't sound exactly the same but similar. Maybe if it's a stronger drink it has such effect on people who may tolerate weaker drinks.
QUESTION:
Does anyone else drink the Arizona Herbal Tonic drink?
http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.caffeineguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/arizonarxenergy.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.caffeineguru.com/reviews/arizona-rx-energy/&usg=__CTKDTSUtkHr6VFbSUf5UwA15X9Q=&h=769&w=358&sz=129&hl=en&start=0&zoom=1&tbnid=N17dc4cEyMOk6M:&tbnh=162&tbnw=75&prev=/images%3Fq%3Darizona%2Bherbal%2Btonic%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DN%26rlz%3D1R2ADFA_enUS391%26biw%3D1058%26bih%3D598%26tbs%3Disch:1&um=1&itbs=1&iact=rc&dur=359&oei=pyiMTPCFL5D2tgPZ1uGeBA&page=1&ndsp=20&ved=1t:429,r:0,s:0&tx=54&ty=84

Im drinking one right now, they taste really good
- ANSWER:
  Haven't tried it..but I will.
QUESTION:
Which is better? Monster or Red Bull?
Personally, I prefer Monster over Red Bull because it is the same price for being double the size, and it has a smoother, almost citrus flavor.

You may also vote here if you like: http://addicted2energy.blogspot.com

My Review of Red Bull (5-8-09): http://addicted2energy.blogspot.com/2009/05/review-of-red-bull-energy-drink.html#links

My Review of Monster (6-8-09): http://addicted2energy.blogspot.com/2009/06/review-of-monster-energy.html#links
- ANSWER:
  Red Bull.
QUESTION:
Is it safe to take 5 hour energy drinks before a intense concert?
Im going to a concert next month then will have a very intense pit. The pit is the reason im going and i want to be able to stay in as much as possible. I was considering taking a 5 hour energy before so that i have more energy. Im curious as to whether or not this will work for what i want, and if its safe to take the shot then do intense physical activity for at least a couple hours, and help would be greatly appreciated. I would check review sites but for all i know the company it self can sway those.
- ANSWER:
  It’s safe, yeah. Especially since mosh pits involve lots of adrenaline (and fun) that keep you going past the point you normally would tolerate.
  
  I’d also recommend not starving yourself any time before the concert. Well, you shouldn’t starve yourself ever, but you get the point: When it comes to energy, healthy food is your friend.
QUESTION:
Rock On Energy Shots?
I've been drinking these things for about two weeks and they're starting to make me feel... not well. I'd like to know more about these energy shots, like reviews and the manufacturer, but I can't find anything on them.

The product I'm looking for is
http://www.walgreens.com/store/catalog/Food-and-Supplements/Energy-Shot%2C-2---2-oz-Bottles--/ID=prod5725800&navCount=0&navAction=push-product

The provided link on the bottle, www.rockonenergy.com , doesn't lead anywhere, and I can't find anything about the company Rock On Energy LLC.

I'd just like to find out something creditable about these things.
- ANSWER:
  Energy drinks and alcohol are dangerous mixed together. Try switching to another mixer.
QUESTION:
answering questions coherently while asleep?
hello,

ok something happened last night that freaked me a little last night. Let me give u a background first. I have tourette's syndrome and had deep brain stimulation surgery so I have electrodes which pass a small current through my brain to block the signals that cause the uncontrollable movements. just google DBS and read the wikipedia article if u want to know more. I am also on SSRI fluvoxamine (Luvox) for OCD.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dream_Water
http://supplement-geek.com/dream-water-review/

I drank the above stuff called dream water last night, after having a few days of extreme stress and sleeplessness. It is part of the new "relaxation drink craze" (all over the news) which is an industry that came out to compete with the energy drink companies. There are now over a dozen brands of these drinks, and they are all supposed to "calm" you. The one I drank had a 150mg "proprietary blend" of GABA, 5-HTP & Melatonin. I took it and went to sleep pretty quick which is always the hardest part for me.

My dog is 14 and she has cancer. I love her to pieces and I searched for days relentlessly in the paper calling shelters looking for her when I was just 10 years old. That was 14 years ago. So last night she had a seizure at 1am (about an hour after I had gone to bed), my parents took her to the 24hr emergency vet. Knowing that she may not ever return from the vet, my mom aroused me and asked me if I wanted to get up go, in case I needed to say goodbye. Apparantly, I said no, she tried again, I said no. She thought it was very odd for me that I would refuse going, but her concern was the dog at that point.

So fast forward 7 hours to 8am, I wake up go downstairs, see my dog (surprisingly relaxed from the meds, thought she was dead for a second) then I saw an invoice and 2 doggie prescription bottles on the counter for tramadol and neurotnin. The invoice was timestamped 2:23am. So I went to my dad and said "would anyone like to inform me what the **** happened last night?" (not knowing that I was already told). He explained the whole thing, and then told me mom had tried to wake me and asked me if I wanted to go...I didn't believe him, so I asked my mom and she confirmed. She said I sounded awake and coherent so she thought I really didn't want to go. When I told her I didn't remember ANY of it, she said she was sorry, she really thought I was awake.

Sorry for the long story, but is there even a medical term for what happened? It has never happened before and all I can think of is that stupid drink. How can I have said "no I want to say home" in a full formed sentence so clear that my mom thought I was awake, and not remember any of it....it's like I got totally sloshed or something...but I don't drink. Plus I would NEVER in a million years say "no" to that when my dog could've died at the vet. (Thank god she came home or I never would forgive myself).

I have heard of people muttering in their sleep talking nonsense, but never heard of carrying on a coherent conversation with someone with no recollection of it. Scary....I have vowed to never drink one of those again because what if that had been a family member and not my dog? Scary! please help me rationalize this or anyone tell me if this has ever happened to them!
- ANSWER:
QUESTION:
Are HyDrive energy chews safe?
I haven't had much luck with monsters, and I drink coffee several times a week so my tolerance towards caffein isn't zero. But these energy chews WORK for me. Way too well actually. I had 2 packets (the max you should take in a day) and I felt the affects for 17 hours! 17!!! And I didnt even sleep... but didnt feel groggy or tired. Or hungry for that matter, despite having only one meal yesterday.

So now I'm eating a smaller amount, but it's still charging me with energy. I almost feel a little hyper, even though I've only had half a packet. But my question is... are these safe?? Do they have any bad reviews? Because they feel like some sort of prescription strength product. I SWEAR I'm not trying to spam these things. They just surprised me, because for me energy supplements usually don't do anything. 2 monsters is hardly noticeable. But these are like crack. I'm usually a drowzy person, not very energetic, poor focus, even though I'm only 21. That's why I ate them in the first place. The only time in my life I had something like this give me this kind of energy was back in highschool, when I tried a friend's ADHD(or ADD?) medicine. And this is why it concerned me a little. I'm a 21 year old male and weigh about 170.
- ANSWER:
  Yeah dude, thats some serious ****. You can definitely blow out your adrenal system if you use them regularly... which means you will always feel tired, caffeine won't affect you, and your body won't produce as much adrenalin, if any. Only take them if you need them. Ginkgo, taken with ginseng tea can solve your problem without the horrible effects. Btw two packets is an insane amount of B vitamins caffeine, and taurine. If i were you i would only do one packet, one contains more caffeine than 2 8 oz, cups of coffee, and coffee often contains more caffeine than an energy drink. If it is strong enough, of course.
QUESTION:
Kind of a weird situation, 5 hour energy?
I slept all through the day before, until about 6pm. So obviously I'm going to be up all night. But the problem is, I HAVE to be awake through 6am to 5pm. Just to babysit my nephew, its not like I have school or work or anything. I know I'll be able to make it to noon, but its just the hours after that I don't think I'll be able to make it through. I don't drink coffee. (You know how there's that one drink or food that you even smell and you feel like throwing up? Yeah, well thats coffee for me.) My sister told me I should try the 5 hour energy shot. I have the berry flavor, and as far as I know it tastes like cough syrup, which I can definitely handle. Especially in a small amount. I've already read all the reviews and everything online, so I know what the possible side effects and health risks are. I'm just wondering how much of it I should drink exactly, but you're more than welcome to let me know of anything that I should be aware of. The reason of this is, I'm 17. But I'm pretty tiny, about 90lbs, so I'm a lightweight with everything xD
Anyways, should I only drink half to start off with, or less than that?
- ANSWER:
  You can drink it all if you like, I have in the past as I work nights and need to be up sometime during the day. I would start with half, and if you are starting to feel tired down the rest. If you drink it all at once you may feel like you have taken 10 pixie sticks and eaten them all at once. but should get use to it. Barring some kind of energy drink about the only thing you can do is stay active, don't sit for long periods.