University Report: Energy Drinks Analysis, Effects on the Human Body

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of energy drinks, examining the chemical constituents of popular brands like Red Bull and Monster, and their physiological effects on the human body. The analysis delves into the roles of key ingredients such as caffeine and taurine, and how they impact metabolism and cellular functions. Furthermore, the report critically evaluates the marketing claims made by energy drink companies, comparing them with the scientific evidence regarding the benefits and potential health consequences of consumption. The study concludes by assessing the usefulness of energy drinks to consumers, considering both the immediate energy boost and the long-term health implications associated with regular intake. This report is designed to help students understand the science behind energy drinks, their impact on the human body, and the validity of marketing strategies.

Running head: PRODUCT ANALYSIS OF ENERGY DRINKS AND THEIR
EFFECT ON HUMAN BODY
Do energy drinks really provide a source of energy?
Name of the Student
Name of the University
Author Note

1DO ENERGY DRINKS REALLY PROVIDE A SOURCE OF ENERGY?
Table of Contents
1. Introduction................................................................................................................2
2. Discussion..................................................................................................................2
2.1 Comparative Analysis of Energy Drinks.............................................................2
2.2 Physiological Role In Human Body.....................................................................2
2.3 Marketing Claims.................................................................................................3
2.4 Usefulness to Consumers.....................................................................................3
3. Conclusion..................................................................................................................3
4. References..................................................................................................................4

2DO ENERGY DRINKS REALLY PROVIDE A SOURCE OF ENERGY?
1. Introduction
The following paper briefly discusses the chemical constituents of four energy drinks
and the physlogical effects of these ingredients on the human body. Moreover, analysis of
marketing claims of these drinks will be reported in the paper.
2. Discussion
2.1 Comparative Analysis of Energy Drinks
Content of the
Drink
Red
Bull
Monster Schecter Energy
Drink
Lucozade
Original
Caffeine 30mg 36mg 54mg 12.10 mg
Sugar 10g 11g 10.6g 4.5g
Calorie 45 42 30 50
Similar
Ingredients
Caffeine, Taurine, Guarana, Vitamin B, Gingko Biloba, Carnitine,
Sodium
2.2 Physiological Role In
Human Body
The most prevalent ingredient of energy drink is the stimulant caffeine which can
boost the metabolism by up to 8%. According to Shearer and Graham, 2014, it has been
shown that a decline of up to 30% in glucose disposal is observed when caffeine is
administered before a glucose tolerance test. Moreover, the rate of glycolysis increases when
caffeine binds with G-protein, ultimately resulting in an increase of ATP amount for muscle
relaxation and contraction.
Taurine, another common ingredient has physiologic functions such as
neuromodulation and assists in cell membrane stabilisation. Moreover, α-keto acid
dehydrogenase complex in Krebs cycle goes through oxidative decarboxylation, and Vitamin
Table 1: Analysis of Four Energy Drinks in South Africa.
Source: Information Collected by Author

3DO ENERGY DRINKS REALLY PROVIDE A SOURCE OF ENERGY?
B1 in energy drinks plays an essential role in it. Thus, it acts as a coenzyme precursor of the
carbohydrate metabolism’s key enzymes.
2.3 Marketing Claims
Companies market energy drinks with the claim that they provide an energy boost and
improves cognitive and physical performance (Stacey et al. 2017). However, these
advertising claims are limited, as energy drinks have proven to be beneficial for physical
health, but have other health consequences.
2.4 Usefulness to Consumers
Researches have concluded that energy drinks can successfully provide a quick
physical boost and adrenaline rush (Cadoná et al. 2019). However, daily or frequent use of
energy drinks can have deteriorating health effects. These drinks have high-calorie content
and should not be consumed too frequently.
3. Conclusion
It can be concluded that energy drinks are a good source of quick energy but can
never replace as food energy and nutrient source. The intake of such drinks should be limited
and never be consumed frequently.

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4. References
Cadoná, F.C., Weis, G.C.C., Assmann, C.E., de Oliveira Alves, A., Bonadiman, B.D.S.R.,
Machado, A.K., Montano, M.A.E. and da Cruz, I.B.M., 2019. Functional and Medicinal
Properties of Caffeine-Based Common Beverages. In Caffeinated and Cocoa Based
Beverages (pp. 1-46). Woodhead Publishing.
Shearer, J. and Graham, T.E., 2014. Performance effects and metabolic consequences of
caffeine and caffeinated energy drink consumption on glucose disposal. Nutrition reviews,
72(suppl_1), pp.121-136.
Stacey, N., van Walbeek, C., Maboshe, M., Tugendhaft, A. and Hofman, K., 2017. Energy
drink consumption and marketing in South Africa. Preventive medicine, 105, pp.S32-S36.