Energy drinks and heart health (Credits: iStock)
\n\nEnergy drinks have become a regular part of life for many young adults, whether it is to get through long working hours, stay awake during late-night study sessions or improve performance at the gym. Their easy availability and marketing as everyday pick-me-ups have also made them seem relatively harmless. However, a new study presented at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions 2026 raises questions about the cardiovascular effects of these beverages, particularly among younger people who may not have any known history of heart disease.
\n\nThe research, titled Cardiovascular Safety of Caffeine- and Stimulant-Containing Energy Drinks and Dietary Supplements, examined more than 28,000 adverse-event reports submitted to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) between 2017 and 2025. One finding that deserves closer attention is that adults aged 18 to 34 accounted for approximately 45% of the reports involving cardiovascular events linked to caffeine- and stimulant-containing products.
\n\nThe analysis also found that cardiac arrest was reported 4.5 times more frequently among adults aged 18-34 than in older age groups in the reports examined. Researchers say the findings warrant closer attention to how stimulant-containing products may affect younger consumers, particularly those with potentially…
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