General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
An energy drink is intended to stimulate and may contain substantial caffeine. It differs from a sports drink designed for certain prolonged activities. Similar names do not make these drinks interchangeable.
France’s Assurance Maladie advises against energy drinks before or during physical activity. Feeling more alert must not be confused with meeting hydration needs during sport.
Caffeine is not found only in these cans: coffee, tea, cola and guarana can also contribute. Considering all the products consumed avoids treating each drink as a separate exposure.
Children, adolescents, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and people sensitive to caffeine or with certain illnesses should avoid these drinks. They should not be combined with alcohol.
“Sugar-free” does not mean “caffeine-free”. Read the ingredients rather than relying on an energy promise or sugar alone; water remains the essential everyday drink.
If you want a drink suited to your sport or stimulants disturb your sleep, discuss it with a health professional. Explain the products and circumstances, without choosing a personal dose from an advertisement.
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