Energy Drinks Cause Higher Cardiac Arrest Risk (Credits: iStock)
\n\nWhether it is to get through a late-night work deadline, power through an intense gym session or simply beat the afternoon slump, energy drinks have become a popular pick-me-up, particularly among young adults. But that quick burst of energy may deserve a closer look, with a new study raising concerns about the possible impact of caffeine-heavy drinks and stimulant supplements on heart health.
\n\nThe research found that cardiac arrest appeared approximately 11 times more often in US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) adverse-event reports involving caffeine and stimulant-containing products than in reports involving products without these ingredients. The findings are particularly concerning for younger consumers, with adults aged 18-34 accounting for around 45% of the reports linking these products to cardiovascular events.
\n\nPresented as research to be discussed at the American Heart Association's (AHA) Scientific Sessions 2026, the analysis examined 28,345 adverse-event reports submitted to an FDA safety database between 2017 and 2025. Of these, 854 involved energy drinks or dietary supplements containing caffeine and other stimulants, while 27,491 concerned products without these ingredients.
\n\nBesides the cardiac arrest reporting signal, researchers found that reports involving stimulant-containing products were approximately 4.5 times…
Original source: https://www.timesnownews.com/lifestyle
