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Q: energy drink side effects
asked by: neonsky on September 10th, 2008
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I have recently tried this can of drink that a friend gave me. It is supposed to be good for a natural energy boost instead of coffee. I had an early start this morning and was very tired at work so i tried some. I wasnt expecting it, but i felt quite strong effects from it - so much so that I had to leave my desk and make an excuse to go for a walk. Ive had things like redbull before but this was different - i felt spacey and kind of tingly and 'fast' - not good at work.

Does anyone know if the ingredients in it are excessively strong? I read the can but dont know what the different things do. Wonder if I am normal in having such a reaction?

This is whats in it..

Guarana 530mg
Siberian Ginseng 114mg
Milk Thistle 286mg
Gingko biloba 109mg
Schizandra 112mg
Sarsaparilla 103mg
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Marianne0558
replied on September 10th, 2008
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Funny name for a drink!
Guarana: It contains a high amount of guaranine, a chemical substance with the same characteristics as caffeine. This makes Guarana a stimulant similar to coffee. The average cup of coffee contains 65-130 milligrams of caffeine; some very strong guarana-based syrups can contain up to 350 milligrams. Your drink contains 530 milligrams, which is similar to consuming about 4 cups of strong coffee.

Siberian Ginseng: A substance that strengthens the body, helping it return to normal when it has been subjected to stress. Standardized extracts are often taken at a rate of 100 to 200 milligrams daily. Your drink contains 114 milligrams, so I would assume this was a safe amount.

Milk Thistle: Milk thistle has been reported to have protective effects on the liver and to greatly improve its function. The active compound in Milk thistle is silymarin. Silymarin is typically administered in amount ranging from 200-500mg per day. 286 milligrams seems a suitable dosage as well.

Ginkgo biloba: It is said to be effective in improving the blood flow to the hands and the feet as well as stimulating the brain and reducing short-term memory loss. It increases blood flow to the brain, the uptake of glucose by brain cells, and has been said to improve the transmission of nerve signals. The standard dosage for this herbal supplement is 80mg 3 times a day. Your drink contains 109mg. This could be considered a little much for one dose.

Schizandra: Acts as a stimulator of central nervous system improving memory, concentrating attention, and shorting reflecting period. It’s helpful for a person with mental fatigue and reduced mental working ability. Schizandra improve brain blood flowing. Toning influence slightly increases blood pressure, accelerates heart rate, normalizes parameters of the heart work. Recommended dosage is 1-3 grams per day. 112 milligrams seems to be safe.

**I'm not exactly sure about the side effects when all ingredients are combined, but it sounds like you consumed a little much energy tonic for one dose. I wouldn't think those drinks were very safe and would recommend that you not drink them.**
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neonsky
replied on September 11th, 2008
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"4 cups of strong coffee. "? Oh my, no wonder I felt wierd.. Thanks for your reply in so much detail too. Good to know theres nothing too strong in it - i guess the makers have to ensure its safe before it can be sold. I think maybe if i wanted to stay up late I would drink it again - but not in the daytime!
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papillon76
replied on September 11th, 2008
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What is this drink called?
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neonsky
replied on September 11th, 2008
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Im not sure i can say as it may get deleted! How can I put it - its a slang word for a womens bits, and also a cute cat! Not a great name for a drink really.
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Marianne0558
replied on September 11th, 2008
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neonsky wrote:
Im not sure i can say as it may get deleted! How can I put it - its a slang word for a womens bits, and also a cute cat! Not a great name for a drink really.
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It's called p***ydrink.
Go to p***ydrinks.com to look at the product.
Weird name for an energy drink, but I guess if they are trying to get attention to their product, good job.

Cute hat??? There are hats that are called that?
Hmm
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kate835
replied on June 4th, 2009
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These drinks are just too much. Too much caffeine, and in some cases even too many b-vitamin supplements! I think the only energy boost that doesn't upset my stomach is the spot-on energy patch (spotonenergy.com) Very low caffeine absorbs through your skin. Just the thing for when your diet and exercise can't keep you energized.
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