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How dangerous are energy drinks?
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MegaBuzz=Bad Heart: A 16 ounce energy drink has 13 teaspoons of sugar [about 1/4 cup!] & as much caffeine as 4 or more cola drinks. If you're a jock, the high sugar can dehydrate you. Also the high caffeine can make your heart beat fast and could potentially cause bad heart rhythms.
Answered 12/9/2013
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