Energy drinks for teens
Earlier I talked about kids addicted to cereals and getting fat in the process. There is another food item that teens are consuming (or even addicted to) and we do not even realize it: caffeinated energy drinks.
Since these are often perceived as merely beverages and children are more likely to consume them during times of exams or sports activities, many parents do not control their behavior.
The problem with these drinks is the high caffeine and sugar content, both of them are dangerous. Obviously, consuming excessive amounts of sugar leads to weight gain and eventually diabetes, caffeine is simply not a great ingredient to consume. Some of these energy drinks contain as much caffeine as one dozen cans of soda.
So what should you do?
The only permissible drink should be plain water. I think to give it some flavor it is good to add a slice of lemon or lime but nothing else is needed.
Sodas and all canned/bottled beverages should NEVER be consumed. They have no health benefits and hardly any nutritional value. A few days a week, I also recommend freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable juice (I am not talking the so-called store bought juices regardless of their label; I am referring to juices that you extract yourself at home).
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