![]() That warning is also on the company’s website, but you have to go into the FAQs to find it.Ī spokesperson for Prime said: “We started Prime last year with the launch of Hydration, a healthier sports drink alternative that comes in a bottle. There is a statement on the back of cans of Prime Energy, saying it’s not for people under age 18 or those sensitive to caffeine, but it’s in small type. “If they have access to these drinks, they may drink more.” "Also, kids aren’t good at regulating themselves or making risk-benefit calculations about their current or future health,” says Carl. “So there are physiological and mental health concerns.” ![]() “We know there is a rise in mental health issues in kids and teens,” says Keating. ![]() Studies in children and adults show that energy drinks may raise blood pressure and may cause changes in heart rhythm.Įnergy drinks may trigger anxiety in kids with anxiety disorders as well. These effects are dose-dependent, which means kids might experience more side effects due to their smaller size, says Rebecca Carl, MD, chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, 12- to 18-year-olds should have no more than 100 mg of caffeine a day, and those under 12 shouldn’t have any.Ĭaffeine can cause unwanted side effects, such as increased heart rate and body temperature, and nervousness. ![]() The FDA says that most adults can safely consume 400 mg of caffeine, but that doesn’t mean that’s a safe amount for kids. ![]()
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