THE EFFECTS OF ENERGY DRINKS ON THE PHYSIOLOGY OF THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
Abstract
In recent years, the consumption of energy drinks has increased significantly worldwide, particularly among young people, students, athletes, and individuals engaged in intellectual work. These beverages contain caffeine, taurine, guarana, ginseng, sugar, and various vitamins, all of which exert considerable physiological effects on the central nervous system and the cardiovascular system. The short-term effects of energy drinks include increased alertness, reduced fatigue, and temporary improvements in both physical and cognitive performance. However, excessive or regular consumption may lead to adverse cardiovascular outcomes such as increased heart rate, elevated arterial blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmias, alterations in vascular tone, and increased workload on the heart.
The findings emphasize the importance of consuming energy drinks in moderation and highlight the need to strengthen preventive measures, particularly among young people and individuals with pre-existing cardiovascular disorders.
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