{"id":536960,"date":"2022-10-18T11:22:19","date_gmt":"2022-10-18T03:22:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/?p=536960"},"modified":"2022-10-18T11:22:21","modified_gmt":"2022-10-18T03:22:21","slug":"do-energy-drinks-make-you-constipated-revealed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-constipated-revealed\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Energy Drinks Make You Constipated? (Revealed)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:64%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:64%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:64%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:64%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-11::before{padding-top:64%; }img#mv-trellis-img-11{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-12::before{padding-top:64%; }img#mv-trellis-img-12{display:block;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/kenny-eliason-OGlhEkaMot0-unsplash-1250x833.jpg\" alt=\"A man taking a energy drink from a freezer in a store\" class=\"wp-image-537256\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/kenny-eliason-OGlhEkaMot0-unsplash-1250x833.jpg.webp\" alt=\"A man taking a energy drink from a freezer in a store\" class=\"wp-image-537256 lazyload\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/kenny-eliason-OGlhEkaMot0-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>Energy drinks can cause more side effects than constipation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-break-out-revealed\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"535417\" target=\"_blank\">Energy drinks<\/a> are the go-to beverage in every person&rsquo;s life these days, people depend on these beverages as they can provide a boost of energy that helps you get through the day more productively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy drinks are being consumed at an immoderate rate by adults as well as teenagers, which can raise several health concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In addition, energy drinks with high doses of taurine and caffeine have been associated with several sides, one of which is constipation. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Constipation is quite common among people who&rsquo;re sensitive to caffeine or are unable to process large doses of caffeine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy drinks are created with many ingredients and there&rsquo;s no doubt that some of those ingredients can be the cause of several side effects. Nonetheless, energy drinks can only do you harm as long as you consume them in doses that are impossible for your system to process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common harmful ingredient is considered caffeine, especially when in high doses. Caffeine is a stimulant that can make a person constipated. Moreover, energy drinks with caffeine and taurine have also been reported to cause mild diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know about energy drinks and how they can affect you, then keep on reading. Let&rsquo;s begin!<\/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-662aa7298f76d\" 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 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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Drinks Cause Constipation?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-constipated-revealed\/#Sugar_In_Energy_Drinks\" title=\"Sugar In Energy Drinks\">Sugar In Energy Drinks<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-constipated-revealed\/#What_Happens_If_You_Drink_An_Energy_Drink_Everyday\" title=\"What Happens If You Drink An Energy Drink Everyday?\">What Happens If You Drink An Energy Drink Everyday?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-constipated-revealed\/#Alternatives_To_Energy_Drinks\" title=\"Alternatives To Energy Drinks\">Alternatives To Energy Drinks<\/a><\/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\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-constipated-revealed\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/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\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-constipated-revealed\/#Other_Articles\" title=\"Other Articles\">Other Articles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Energy_Drinks_Cause_Bowel_Issues\"><\/span>Can Energy Drinks Cause Bowel Issues?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jorge-franganillo-uTBMw32LIOI-unsplash-1250x833.jpg\" alt=\"Cans of different energy drinks\" class=\"wp-image-537257\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jorge-franganillo-uTBMw32LIOI-unsplash-1250x833.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Cans of different energy drinks\" class=\"wp-image-537257 lazyload\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/jorge-franganillo-uTBMw32LIOI-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>Diarrhea and constipation are common occurrences after consuming energy drinks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy drinks have become extremely popular because of their effects on human mental and physical performance, however, you have to pay the price for every benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>While energy drinks give you a boost of energy, they can also meddle with your bowel, especially among people with caffeine sensitivity issues.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Abnormal bowel movements are common to occur after consuming energy drinks because they contain ingredients that your body isn&rsquo;t familiar with which can result in constipation or diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s take an example, <a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-red-bull-carbonated-exposed\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"535364\">Red <\/a>Bull is one of the most consumed energy drinks with the largest market share. Red Bull contains 80 mg of caffeine and 27 g of sugar with a dose of taurine per an 8-ounce can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s very likely to experience constipation or diarrhea after the consumption of Red Bull as the caffeine and sugar levels are large for a normal can size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Red_Bull_Nutrition_Facts_3_1250x-1.jpg\" alt=\"The back of a Red Bull can \" class=\"wp-image-9615\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Red_Bull_Nutrition_Facts_3_1250x-1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"The back of a Red Bull can \" class=\"wp-image-9615 lazyload\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Red_Bull_Nutrition_Facts_3_1250x-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>The back of a Red Bull can<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the nutritional table of Red Bull to get familiar with its recipe:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Typical Values<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Red Bull<br>(8.4 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\">110 calories<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fat<br>(Of which Saturated)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0g<br>(0g)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Carbohydrate<br>(Of which Sugars)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">28g<br>(27g)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Caffeine<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">80mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Sodium<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">105mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B3 (Niacin)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">22mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5.05mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5.05mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B12<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5.1&micro;g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Nutritional facts about Red Bull<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see for yourself what Red Bull contains, besides caffeine, high doses of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/327115#summary\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/327115#summary\" target=\"_blank\">vitamins<\/a> can also cause bowel issues, however, it&rsquo;s quite rare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Caffeine_Drinks_Cause_Constipation\"><\/span>Do Caffeine Drinks Cause Constipation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/mike-kenneally-tNALoIZhqVM-unsplash-1-1250x820.jpg\" alt=\"A cup of coffee surrounded with coffee beans\" class=\"wp-image-537260\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/mike-kenneally-tNALoIZhqVM-unsplash-1-1250x820.jpg.webp\" alt=\"A cup of coffee surrounded with coffee beans\" class=\"wp-image-537260 lazyload\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/mike-kenneally-tNALoIZhqVM-unsplash-1-scaled.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>Caffeine makes you dehydrated which can lead to constipation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine is the key ingredient present in energy drinks. As an active ingredient, it helps to increase mental and physical performance which results in increased productivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine can be found in huge doses in energy drinks which can cause several side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Constipation is a commonly occurring<\/strong> <strong>side effect of immoderate caffeine consumption. Caffeine dehydrates the body which can make wreck your bowel movements.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, people with caffeine sensitivity have to deal with bowel movements more times than other people as their systems are unfamiliar with the doses of caffeine that are being consumed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, constipation should be the least of their worries because there&rsquo;re many serious side effects that <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/caffeine-sensitivity\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/caffeine-sensitivity\" target=\"_blank\">caffeine-sensitive<\/a> people can have which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Racing heartbeat.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Headache.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Jitters.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Nervousness.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Anxiousness.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Restlessness.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Insomnia.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, constipation can occur when caffeine is consumed in immoderate doses or more than the recommended limit as caffeine can dehydrate your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much#:~:text=For%20healthy%20adults%2C%20the%20FDA,it%20(break%20it%20down).\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much#:~:text=For%20healthy%20adults%2C%20the%20FDA,it%20(break%20it%20down).\" target=\"_blank\">FDA<\/a>, healthy people are recommended to limit their caffeine consumption to 400 mg per day any more than that can cause <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/caffeine.html\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/caffeine.html\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a> which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Restlessness and shakiness.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Insomnia.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Headaches.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Dizziness.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Fast heart rate.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Dehydration.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Anxiety.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Dependency.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep your consumption of caffeine in moderation and within the recommended limits if you want to avoid any of those listed side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar_In_Energy_Drinks\"><\/span>Sugar In Energy Drinks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/engin-akyurt-GHrEbScumTM-unsplash-1250x833.jpg\" alt=\"A can of Red Bull placed beside a glass filled with Red Bull and a laptop\" class=\"wp-image-537261\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/engin-akyurt-GHrEbScumTM-unsplash-1250x833.jpg.webp\" alt=\"A can of Red Bull placed beside a glass filled with Red Bull and a laptop\" class=\"wp-image-537261 lazyload\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/engin-akyurt-GHrEbScumTM-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>The sugar content of Red Bull is grossly high which can cause side effects, like diabetes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar is another crucial ingredient included in energy drinks, it&rsquo;s included either to mask the bitterness of certain ingredients or to add another source of energy, besides caffeine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s possible to get a burst of energy from sugar, however, that only lasts for a couple of hours and it isn&rsquo;t the healthiest way to get energized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sugar can only be dangerous for your health when consumed in an excessive amount which you can unintentionally do as energy drinks include high contents of sugar. Besides that, sugar has been associated with constipation, however,<\/strong><strong> the chances are quite less.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s a list of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/heart-health\/the-sweet-danger-of-sugar#:~:text=%22The%20effects%20of%20added%20sugar,Hu.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/heart-health\/the-sweet-danger-of-sugar#:~:text=%22The%20effects%20of%20added%20sugar,Hu.\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a> associated with excessive consumption of sugar:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Headaches.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Irritability.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Fatigue and difficulty concentrating.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Feeling jittery or anxious.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Feeling shaky or dizzy.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Hunger.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Bloating.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Higher blood pressure.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Inflammation.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Weight gain.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Diabetes.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Fatty liver disease.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Increased risk for heart attack and stroke.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-eating\/eat-smart\/sugar\/how-too-much-added-sugar-affects-your-health-infographic#:~:text=The%20AHA%20recommends%20limiting%20added,triple%20the%20limit%20for%20women!\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-eating\/eat-smart\/sugar\/how-too-much-added-sugar-affects-your-health-infographic#:~:text=The%20AHA%20recommends%20limiting%20added,triple%20the%20limit%20for%20women!\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AHA<\/a>, women should have an intake of 25 g of sugar while men should have 36 g per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, an 8-ounce can of Red Bull has 27 g of sugar which is higher than the recommended dose for women. So, if you don&rsquo;t want to suffer from the above-listed side effects, I suggest you steer clear of such energy drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out this video to know if energy drinks are safe or not:<\/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=\"Are energy drinks safe?\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YnTU3XPP6ns?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>Energy drinks like Red Bull can send you to the ER, so be careful with its consumption<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_If_You_Drink_An_Energy_Drink_Everyday\"><\/span>What Happens If You Drink An Energy Drink Everyday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Consuming energy drinks in immoderate quantities comes with side effects, especially when the caffeine content is high. Energy drinks contain caffeine, sugar, taurine, and many vitamins which are only good as long as you keep them in moderation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>People who consume energy drinks daily have been reported to experience higher blood pressure and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandheartlab.com\/blog\/can-energy-drinks-harm-your-heart\/#:~:text=Energy%20drinks%20contain%20substances%20that,to%20heart%20attacks%20and%20strokes.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandheartlab.com\/blog\/can-energy-drinks-harm-your-heart\/#:~:text=Energy%20drinks%20contain%20substances%20that,to%20heart%20attacks%20and%20strokes.\" target=\"_blank\">heart problems<\/a>. Furthermore, it might be rare, but there have been a few deaths that have been linked to energy drink consumption.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyday consumption of energy drinks with high doses of caffeine has been associated with the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/red-bull-side-effects#side-effects\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a> listed below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Can increase blood pressure and heart rate.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>May increase the risk of type 2 diabetes.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>May damage your teeth.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>May negatively affect kidney health.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>May increase high-risk behavior.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>May lead to caffeine overdose and toxicity.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I suggest you take those above-listed side effects seriously, if you don&rsquo;t they can cause much more damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/clinicaltrials.gov\/ct2\/show\/NCT03840863\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/clinicaltrials.gov\/ct2\/show\/NCT03840863\" target=\"_blank\">studies<\/a> have concluded that energy drinks affect heart rhythm and blood pressure significantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, as energy drinks are sugar-sweetened, long-term consumption can&nbsp;affect the body&rsquo;s metabolism, including cholesterol levels, which can lead to heart problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternatives_To_Energy_Drinks\"><\/span>Alternatives To Energy Drinks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/christian-wiediger-Wh41wPvHnw8-unsplash-1250x833.jpg\" alt=\"Fous cans of Monster energy drink\" class=\"wp-image-537262\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/christian-wiediger-Wh41wPvHnw8-unsplash-1250x833.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Fous cans of Monster energy drink\" class=\"wp-image-537262 lazyload\" width=\"1250\" height=\"800\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/christian-wiediger-Wh41wPvHnw8-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>Caffeine-jacked energy drinks can be dangerous for your health<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy boosts can be obtained from many other sources other than energy drinks. Energy boosts are all about your brain, you don&rsquo;t necessarily need caffeine for that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you&rsquo;re looking for some alternatives to energy drinks, check out the list below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Herbal Tea.<\/li><li>Green Tea.<\/li><li>Sparkling Water.<\/li><li>Kombucha.<\/li><li>Green Smoothies.<\/li><li>Fruit Juice.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, you can go for energy drinks that are low in caffeine and sugar contents, if teas and smoothies are your things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the list of some energy drinks with low caffeine and sugar contents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>ZEVIA Zero Calorie Energy.<\/li><li>NUUN Energy.<\/li><li>SAMBAZON Amazon Energy.<\/li><li>LIFEAID FOCUSAID Clean Energy.<\/li><li>ZOA Zero Sugar.<\/li><li>ROWDY ENERGY.<\/li><li>Irn Bru No Sugar Energy.<\/li><li>Zipfizz Energy.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Energy drinks can be the reason you feel constipated as they contain caffeine in high content which can make your body dehydrated.<\/li><li>Energy drinks can be the cause of many side effects other than bowel issues, so keep their consumption in moderation.<\/li><li>Constipation is common among people with caffeine sensitivity as their systems aren&rsquo;t familiar with high doses of caffeine.<\/li><li>Moreover, taurine can also cause constipation, but it&rsquo;s quite rare so I wouldn&rsquo;t worry about it.<\/li><li>Caffeine has been linked with several side effects besides constipation, like higher blood pressure.<\/li><li>Energy drinks have caused heart problems and even deaths, so if you experience any side effects that are listed above, I suggest you pull the plug.<\/li><li>If you want to cut back on your caffeine consumption, you should switch your energy drinks to green teas or green smoothies.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Articles\"><\/span>Other Articles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/can-do-energy-drinks-make-you-infertile-exposed\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"536109\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Can\/Do Energy Drinks Make You Infertile (Exposed)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-your-kidneys-hurt-the-reality\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"535588\">Do Energy Drinks Make Your Kidneys Hurt? 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