energy drink
1 of 1nouna drink containing a lot of sugar, caffeine, or other substances that makes one more active
B1Learn more on Wikipedianergy drinks are beverages that claim to boost physical stamina and mental alertness through their caffeine and stimulant content.They feature caffeine levels significantly higher than coffee,ranging from 70 to 500 mg per can or bottle.In addition to caffeine,energy drinks often contain sugar,B vitamins and herbal extracts like taurine,guarana and ginseng that are marketed as energy boosters.Upon consumption,the caffeine in energy drinks elevates heart rate,blood pressure and respiration while reducing feelings of fatigue.Though popular for providing a quick energy boost,research links excessive and regular energy drink use to health issues like abnormal heart rhythms,high blood pressure,anxiety and insomnia.
- After a long night of studying, he reached for an energy drink to help him stay awake.
- The athlete drank an energy drink before the race to boost his performance.
- Energy drinks often contain caffeine and other stimulants to provide a quick energy boost.
- She prefers to drink an energy drink in the morning instead of coffee to kickstart her day.
- The athlete avoided energy drinks before the competition.