{"id":1672,"date":"2021-01-20T00:34:15","date_gmt":"2021-01-19T16:34:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/?p=1672"},"modified":"2022-11-24T00:13:37","modified_gmt":"2022-11-23T16:13:37","slug":"is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Bang Energy Drink Gluten-Free? (Analysis)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/vpx-bang-energy-drink-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1464\">Bang Energy<\/a> is among the most popular energy drink brands in the US and undeniably packs a punch with its elevated caffeine content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be tempted to try Bang but if you follow a gluten-free diet, you want to be certain that Bang is gluten-free as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So this begs the important question: Is Bang Energy gluten-free?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Here&rsquo;s the brief answer: Only <strong>Bang Energy<\/strong><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\"><strong>&lsquo;s<\/strong><\/span><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\"> reformulated version is certified gluten-free. Make sure you check Bang&rsquo;s label before making a purchase to be sure you&rsquo;re drinking the gluten-free version and not the older formulation. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on for a deep-dive on the ingredients of Bang Energy, the differences between the reformulated and original versions, and a list of other gluten-free brands you can try too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Let&rsquo;s start!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662a666086103\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 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It Bad For Some People?\">What Is Gluten And Why Is It Bad For Some People?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Celiac_disease\" title=\"Celiac disease\">Celiac disease<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Non-Celiac_Gluten_Sensitivity\" title=\"Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity\">Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome_IBS\" title=\"Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)\">Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Wheat_Allergy\" title=\"Wheat Allergy\">Wheat Allergy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#What_drinks_to_avoid_if_you_have_celiac_disease\" title=\"What drinks to avoid if you have celiac disease?\">What drinks to avoid if you have celiac disease?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Can_people_with_celiac_disease_drink_energy_drinks\" title=\"Can people with celiac disease drink energy drinks?\">Can people with celiac disease drink energy drinks?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#What_Exactly_Does_Gluten-Free_Mean\" title=\"What Exactly Does Gluten-Free Mean?\">What Exactly Does Gluten-Free Mean?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#What_Is_Bang_Energy_Drink\" title=\"What Is Bang Energy Drink?\">What Is Bang Energy Drink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Bang_Energy_Drink_Nutrition_Facts\" title=\"Bang Energy Drink Nutrition Facts\">Bang Energy Drink Nutrition Facts<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Bang_Energy_Drink_Ingredients\" title=\"Bang Energy Drink Ingredients\">Bang Energy Drink Ingredients<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Is_Malic_Acid_Gluten-Free\" title=\"Is Malic Acid Gluten-Free?\">Is Malic Acid Gluten-Free?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Is_Sodium_Benzoate_Gluten-Free\" title=\"Is Sodium Benzoate Gluten-Free?\">Is Sodium Benzoate Gluten-Free?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Is_Super_Creatine_Gluten-Free\" title=\"Is Super Creatine Gluten-Free?\">Is Super Creatine Gluten-Free?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Is_Calcium_Chloride_Gluten-Free\" title=\"Is Calcium Chloride Gluten-Free?\">Is Calcium Chloride Gluten-Free?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Are_B_Vitamins_In_Bang_Gluten-Free\" title=\"Are B Vitamins In Bang Gluten-Free?\">Are B Vitamins In Bang Gluten-Free?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Is_Bang_Energy_Gluten-Free\" title=\"Is Bang Energy Gluten-Free?\">Is Bang Energy Gluten-Free?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#What_Energy_Drinks_Are_Gluten-Free\" title=\"What Energy Drinks Are Gluten-Free?\">What Energy Drinks Are Gluten-Free?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Final_Word\" title=\"Final Word\">Final Word<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-drink-gluten-free\/#Read_More_About_Bang\" title=\"Read More About Bang\">Read More About Bang<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Gluten_And_Why_Is_It_Bad_For_Some_People\"><\/span><strong>What Is Gluten And Why Is It Bad For Some People?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5.jpg\" alt=\"Loaf of bread sliced into eight slices. \"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Loaf of bread sliced into eight slices. \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gluten-free products don&rsquo;t contain wheat, barley and rye.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-is-gluten#what-it-is\" target=\"_blank\">Gluten<\/a> is a<strong> family of proteins that are found naturally in specific cereal grains<\/strong> like wheat, barley, and rye. Though, it&rsquo;s more common to find gluten in wheat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gluten is basically the main ingredient that gives many gluten-containing and grain-based foods a soft and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11911770\/\" target=\"_blank\">chewy<\/a> texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gluten also provides plenty of culinary benefits, often being used as an additive to <strong>improve texture and moisture retention<\/strong> in processed foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gluten is safe for consumption for almost everyone with the exception of people with certain <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318606#problems-with-gluten\" target=\"_blank\">medical<\/a> conditions that don&rsquo;t permit the consumption of any gluten:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Celiac_disease\"><\/span><strong>Celiac disease<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is essentially a severe form of <strong>gluten intolerance<\/strong> and a type of autoimmune disorder. Celiac disease causes the immune system to treat gluten as a foreign invader, attacking it, and consequently the lining of the gut too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few common symptoms of celiac disease are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Digestive discomfort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bloating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Constipation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Headache<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skin rashes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-Celiac_Gluten_Sensitivity\"><\/span><strong>Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-celiac gluten sensitivity is a condition in which your <strong>body still reacts negatively to gluten<\/strong> despite testing negative for celiac disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common symptoms of this condition include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tiredness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bloating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome_IBS\"><\/span><strong>Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Irritable <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/37063#symptoms\" target=\"_blank\">Bowel<\/a> Syndrome is a medical condition whereby your <strong>digestive system is more sensitive to certain food and drink products<\/strong> that cause bloating and discomfort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it&rsquo;s a chronic condition, it&rsquo;s still manageable with the right diet, proper stress management, and lifestyle changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wheat_Allergy\"><\/span><strong>Wheat Allergy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike celiac disease, wheat allergy is an <strong>allergy to only <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/allergies\/wheat\" target=\"_blank\">wheat<\/a>.<\/strong> You can still consume non-wheat sources like barley and rye as long as you avoid any products that contain wheat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, most people with wheat allergies end up following a gluten-free diet since wheat and other gluten-containing products are closely related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also experience a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/signs-you-are-gluten-intolerant\">gluten intolerance<\/a><\/strong> without having the aforementioned medical conditions. Depending on the individual, the symptoms of gluten intolerance can develop differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common symptoms of gluten intolerance include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Bloating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Abdominal pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Constipation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eczema<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fatigue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people might not develop any physical symptoms at all. However, if you do experience negative changes without an apparent cause, you should consult a doctor or try eliminating gluten from your overall diet temporarily to see if it changes anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Gluten Free Diet\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/M545Gy9mh74?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Why do some people need to stick to gluten-free diet?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can people with celiac disease drink energy drinks? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Some energy drinks are not safe for people who have celiac disease. Some energy drinks contain gluten, artificial sweeteners, and caffeine, all of which can cause a celiac disease flare-up.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People with celiac disease may experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, and fatigue after consuming energy drinks. In severe cases, celiac disease can lead to malnutrition and dehydration. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease of the gastrointestinal tract. Gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, causes celiac disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_drinks_to_avoid_if_you_have_celiac_disease\"><\/span><strong>What drinks to avoid if you have celiac disease?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong> Celiac disease patients must avoid numerous drinks because even trace amounts of gluten can trigger a reaction. This includes&nbsp;Beer, ale, lager, malt drinks, and any drink containing malt flavoring or malt extract are examples. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, Celiac patients can drink water, seltzer water, unsweetened tea, or unsweetened coffee as alternatives for energy drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_people_with_celiac_disease_drink_energy_drinks\"><\/span><strong>Can people with celiac disease drink energy drinks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong> Energy drinks are not safe for people who have celiac disease. Energy drinks contain gluten, artificial sweeteners, and caffeine, all of which can cause a celiac disease flare-up. Energy drinks can cause a flare-up of celiac disease.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People with celiac disease may experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, and fatigue after consuming energy drinks. In severe cases, celiac disease can lead to malnutrition and dehydration. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease of the gastrointestinal tract. Gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, causes celiac disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Exactly_Does_Gluten-Free_Mean\"><\/span><strong>What Exactly Does Gluten-Free Mean?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what gluten is and how it may negatively affect some people, let&rsquo;s take a look at what gluten-free really means.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can easily find plenty of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/264354#what_does_gluten_free_mean\" target=\"_blank\">gluten-free<\/a> products in supermarkets, stores, and local marts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gluten-free products usually have labels on them informing you that they&rsquo;re certified gluten-free, though, for manufacturers, the use of these labels is voluntary. Hence, there might be products that are actually gluten-free but don&rsquo;t have the labels to show that they are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/food\/nutrition-education-resources-materials\/gluten-and-food-labeling\" target=\"_blank\">FDA<\/a>, food and drink products that contain<strong> less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten<\/strong> can carry the labels:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Gluten-free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No gluten<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free of gluten<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Without gluten<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from having less than 20ppm, any product is permitted to be labelled &lsquo;gluten-free&rsquo; if it <em>doesn&rsquo;t <\/em>contain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>An ingredient that&rsquo;s any kind of wheat, rye, barley, or crossbreeds of these grains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An ingredient derived from these grains that haven&rsquo;t been processed to remove gluten.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An ingredient derived from these grains which have undergone a process to remove gluten, yet still results in the product containing more than 20ppm of gluten.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, processed gluten-free foods and drinks aren&rsquo;t the only items you can add to your gluten-free <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/gluten-free-diet#foods-to-eat\" target=\"_blank\">diet<\/a>. There are <strong>natural and unprocessed foods <\/strong>that are gluten-free and shouldn&rsquo;t cause any problems to you such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Meat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fruits and vegetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starches and flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nuts and seeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beverages<\/strong> (except for beer, unless it&rsquo;s labelled gluten-free)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Bang_Energy_Drink\"><\/span><strong>What Is Bang Energy Drink?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Screenshot_2021-01-15_at_9.49.38_PM_900x.png\" alt=\"Different Bang flavors on a rattan chair.\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Screenshot_2021-01-15_at_9.49.38_PM_900x.png.webp\" alt=\"Different Bang flavors on a rattan chair.\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bang made quite a name for itself over the years.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/how-many-bangs-can-you-have-a-day\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1586\">Bang Energy Drink<\/a> is a <strong>sports supplement and performance beverage<\/strong> made by Vital Pharmaceuticals, a corporation based in Florida. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With its tagline &lsquo;Fuel Your Destiny&rsquo;, Bang Energy is packed with an abundant amount of caffeine, amino acids, minerals, and the company&rsquo;s own patented ingredient, <a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/does-bang-have-creatine\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1463\">Super Creatine<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bang Energy comes in 16 fl.oz can and has a wide variety of flavors. The brand is also currently the third highest-selling energy drink in the US, behind competitors Monster and <a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/bang-vs-red-bull\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1543\">Red Bull<\/a>, which is really quite the achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bang energy drink is mainly marketed at athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and people who want to lose weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you want to know more about Bang and <a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/does-bang-energy-work\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1447\">whether it actually works<\/a>, take a look at this other article that I wrote where I explain everything.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bang_Energy_Drink_Nutrition_Facts\"><\/span><strong>Bang Energy Drink Nutrition Facts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Standard Values<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Bang (16 fl.oz)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Energy<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 calories<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fat (Of which saturated)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0g (0g)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Carbohydrates (of which sugars)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0g (0g)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Caffeine<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">300mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Sodium<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">40mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Protein<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Calcium<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Magnesium<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin C<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">27mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B3<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0.5mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B12<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1.5&mu;g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nutrition facts of Bang Energy Drink<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bang_Energy_Drink_Ingredients\"><\/span><strong>Bang Energy Drink Ingredients<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each 16 fl.oz can of Bang Energy contains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Carbonated water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Citric acid anhydrous<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Natural flavors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malic acid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caffeine anhydrous<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>EAAs<\/strong> (L-leucine, L-isoleucine, L-valine, L-lysine, L-threonine, L-phenylalanine, L-histidine, L-methionine, L-tryptophan)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sodium Benzoate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Potassium citrate monohydrate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sucralose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Potassium phosphate dibasic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Potassium sorbate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Magnesium chloride<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vitamin C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SUPER CREATINE<strong>&reg;<\/strong>&nbsp;(Creatyl-L-Leucine)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calcium chloride<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calcium disodium EDTA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vitamin B3 (niacinamide)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CoQ10 (coenzyme Q10)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Malic_Acid_Gluten-Free\"><\/span><strong>Is Malic Acid Gluten-Free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Malic acid is indeed gluten-free as it comes from fruits and doesn&rsquo;t contain any wheat grains.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/the-benefits-of-malic-acid-89478\" target=\"_blank\">Malic<\/a> acid is a <strong>naturally-occurring substance in apples and pears<\/strong>. It&rsquo;s an ingredient that can be found in many skin care products due to its benefits in reducing skin aging and removing dead skin cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Malic acid can also <strong>enhance exercise performance<\/strong> when taken in supplement form. It&rsquo;s often taken with creatine supplements as it aids and increases the body&rsquo;s ability to absorb creatine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since Bang Energy seems to contain so called &ldquo;Super Creatine&rdquo;, it makes sense that malic acid is also added to improve your body&rsquo;s efficiency in absorbing this ingredient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Malic acid can also be found in other natural sources like blackberries, cherries, grapes, peaches, and certain citrus fruits. In food products, malic acid is used to <strong>prevent discoloration<\/strong> and <strong>improve the flavor or acidity of foods<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Sodium_Benzoate_Gluten-Free\"><\/span><strong>Is Sodium Benzoate Gluten-Free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sodium benzoate is completely gluten-free, as its manufacturing process doesn&rsquo;t include <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foodsweeteners.com\/sodium-benzoate-gluten-free\/\" target=\"_blank\">raw<\/a> materials that contain gluten.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sodium <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/sodium-benzoate#what-it-is\" target=\"_blank\">benzoate<\/a> is a <strong>preservative and food additive<\/strong> that&rsquo;s found in many processed foods and beverages, medications, and certain cosmetics. Its main function is to extend these products&rsquo; shelf life and it&rsquo;s especially effective for acidic food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Super_Creatine_Gluten-Free\"><\/span><strong>Is Super Creatine Gluten-Free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Super Creatine is most probably gluten-free. On top of that, there are only traces of super creatine present in Bang Energy drinks so it&rsquo;s unlikely to cause any negative reactions, in my opinion.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Of course, it&rsquo;s always best to seek advice from your doctor before deciding to consume creatine supplements or drink energy drinks with creatine in them, such as Bang.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>But for discussion sake, let&rsquo;s take a quick look of what Super Creatine is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Basically, Super <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/thermolife-international-llc-files-suit-against-vpx-the-maker-of-bang-energy-drink-alleging-super-creatine-is-not-actually-creatine-and-that-all-bang-energy-products-are-misbranded-300730106.html\" target=\"_blank\">Creatine<\/a> is a proprietary ingredient that is patented by Vital Pharmaceuticals (VPX) and is touted as the &lsquo;world&rsquo;s first water-stable creatine&rsquo;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Super_Creatine_900x.jpg\" alt=\"Super Creatine label on Bang Energy.\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Super_Creatine_900x.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Super Creatine label on Bang Energy.\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Is Super Creatine legit?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Among athletes, bodybuilders, and fitness enthusiasts, <strong>creatine is a popular <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-is-creatine\" target=\"_blank\">supplement<\/a> that improves physical performance, increases strength, <\/strong>and<strong> promotes muscle growth. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, Super Creatine is supposedly creatine that&rsquo;s bonded with L-Leucine, a type of amino acid that contributes to protein development in your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, VPX has been on the wrong end of at least one lawsuit from Thermolife International, LLC due to the false advertising of Super Creatine to the general public. Thermolife&rsquo;s complaint stated that Super Creatine isn&rsquo;t actually creatine at all, but a covalently bonded creatine dipeptide instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lawsuit also mentioned studies that were conducted to explore the stability and toxicology of Super Creatine; which apparently discovered that Super Creatine doesn&rsquo;t break down into creatine once ingested, as advertised, but rather it breaks down into creatinine, a useless substance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/creatinine-test\/about\/pac-20384646\" target=\"_blank\">Creatinine<\/a> is a waste product that&rsquo;s created from the wear and tear of your muscles and is filtered out of your body through your kidneys. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding whether Super Creatine is a real ingredient or not, that&rsquo;s probably something we&rsquo;ll never really know. In my opinion, Super Creatine is probably just a bit of marketing fluff to help make Bang Energy distinguishable from the other brands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>I&rsquo;m sure lots of people fall for it.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Calcium_Chloride_Gluten-Free\"><\/span><strong>Is Calcium Chloride Gluten-Free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/continentalchemicalusa.com\/calcium-chloride-CaCl2\/#:~:text=It%20is%20a%20premium%20salt,increase%20dryness%20and%20prevent%20spoiling.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/continentalchemicalusa.com\/calcium-chloride-CaCl2\/#:~:text=It%20is%20a%20premium%20salt,increase%20dryness%20and%20prevent%20spoiling.\" target=\"_blank\">Calcium chloride <\/a>is definitely gluten-free as it&rsquo;s a mineral that&rsquo;s derived from the salt family of elements and comes in the form of a white, odorless powder. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few of its uses include <strong>preserving dryness in processed foods and preventing them from spoiling<\/strong>. It also helps remove dissolved water in liquids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_B_Vitamins_In_Bang_Gluten-Free\"><\/span><strong>Are B Vitamins In Bang Gluten-Free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The B vitamins in Bang are most likely gluten-free as they&rsquo;re produced synthetically. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gfreefoodie.com\/b-vitamin-supplements-recommended-for-celiac-patients\/#:~:text=Gluten%2Dfree%20products%20are%20often,not%20fortified%20with%20these%20nutrients.\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/gfreefoodie.com\/b-vitamin-supplements-recommended-for-celiac-patients\/#:~:text=Gluten%2Dfree%20products%20are%20often,not%20fortified%20with%20these%20nutrients.\">Gluten-free <\/a>products tend to be <strong>low in calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium, B vitamins, and other elements<\/strong>. Thus, if you happen to follow a gluten-free diet, there&rsquo;s a high chance that you may have a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/nutrients-to-boost-if-youre-gluten-free-563076\" target=\"_blank\">deficiency<\/a> in these particular vitamins and minerals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking at the ingredients of Bang Energy, it&rsquo;s obvious that Bang contains plenty of these vitamins and minerals. Although it&rsquo;s not wise for you to drink Bang as your sole source to obtain these vitamins, it&rsquo;s not entirely bad that they&rsquo;re present either, especially if you&rsquo;re on a gluten-free diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Bang_Energy_Gluten-Free\"><\/span><strong>Is Bang Energy Gluten-Free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From what we have gone through so far, the ingredients in <strong>Bang Energy don&rsquo;t seem to contain any traces of wheat, barley, rye, or any other type of grains<\/strong> so we can safely assume that they&rsquo;re gluten-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, based on Bang&rsquo;s official <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/bangenergy.com\/shop\/bang-4-pack\/#:~:text=*Only%20the%20reformulated%20Bang%C2%AE,verified%20to%20be%20gluten%2Dfree.\" target=\"_blank\">website<\/a>, <strong>only the reformulated Bang Energy drinks have been tested and verified as gluten-free.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bang Energy Drink cans that have &lsquo;BCAA Aminos&rsquo; printed on them instead of &lsquo;EAA Aminos&rsquo; may not be gluten-free.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>In other words, only the reformulated version of Bang Energy with &lsquo;EAA Aminos&rsquo; is certified gluten-free. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you&rsquo;re following a strict gluten-free diet and love Bang Energy drinks, make sure that your Bang Energy cans have &lsquo;EAA Aminos&rsquo; printed on them before making your purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Energy_Drinks_Are_Gluten-Free\"><\/span><strong>What Energy Drinks Are Gluten-Free<\/strong>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If Bang Energy doesn&rsquo;t tickle your fancy, why not try these other energy drinks that are not only certified gluten-free but also tasty and effective:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Mountain Dew Amp<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NOS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monster<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red Bull<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rockstar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full Throttle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reign<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raze<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Celsius Energy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3D Energy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Word\"><\/span><strong>Final Word<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In short, only the reformulated version of Bang Energy is certified gluten-free as stated by the official Bang website.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re still skeptical about Bang Energy, you can always go for other energy drink brands instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>I hope this article was helpful <\/em>and<em> informative, enjoy your day and your Bang!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Read_More_About_Bang\"><\/span>Read More About Bang<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/does-bang-energy-work\/\">Does Bang Actually Work?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-bang-energy-bad\/\">Is Bang BAD FOR YOU?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/where-to-buy-bang-energy-drinks\/\">Where To Buy Bang Online<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/bang-vs-red-bull\/\">Bang Vs Red Bull<\/a>&nbsp;(facts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/when-does-bang-energy-kick-in\/\">When Does Bang Energy Kick In?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/vpx-bang-energy-drink-review\/\">Bang Energy Review<\/a>&nbsp;(My Opinion)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bang Energy is among the most popular energy drink brands in the US and undeniably packs a punch with its elevated caffeine content. 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