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12.03.08

Energy Drinks May Promote Risky Behavior

A new study links super-caffeinated beverages to substance abuse, violence and reckless sexuality
By Gregory Mone Posted 05.29.2008 at 4:48 pm 12 Comments

Energy drinks like Monster, Full Throttle, Red Bull and others account for more than $3 billion in annual sales in the U.S., and roughly one-third of people between the ages of twelve and 24 say they suck them down on a regular basis. The beverages have been linked to a number of negative health effects, but now an addiction researcher at the University of Buffalo has published a report demonstrating that excessive consumption is also correlated to risky behavior such as unprotected sex, substance abuse and violence.

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