As students guzzle down energy drinks to get through finals week what they don’t realize is by doing so, their living on the edge. Im Lucy Cross reporting got 271 news. As finals week approaches college campuses, the demand for energy drinks are on the rise. The energy drink industry is expecting nine billion dollars in revenue this year, finals week being one of their busiest times. Megan Hanna with Freds Pharmacy tells us how their company prepares for this week.
"There are piles upon piles of overstock of energy drinks and stuff to give you energy in our store. there is everything from Five Hour Energy, to Nos, to Monster, to Redbull. And when finals week comes around we sell out of everything literally in one week. Redbull and Five Hour Energy are the first to go."
As energy drinks fly off the shelves during exam week, what students don't realize are the serious side affects involved. Dietetics and Nutrition major Kaitlin Gates explains more.
" People don't realize the serious risks associated with consuming energy drinks. Some of the risks include high blood pressure, strokes, heart attacks, and dehydration. Also, its not FDA approved so you really shouldn't consume it. People don't realize you can overdose on caffeine. In an energy drink, it is equivalent to two to three cups of coffee and the amount of sugar is equal to two slices of cheesecake.
With energy drinks being a staple during exam week, students need to take precaution to the serious side affects and consider alternatives such as green tea as a replacement. Lucy Cross reporting live for 271 news.
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