I mentioned in my last post that I was surprised that Spike Shooter would not disclose the amount of caffeine in their energy drink. I also mentioned that I had never heard of the drink. What I came across today is startling.
A Colorado high school has banned the caffeine-packed energy drink and 222 7-Eleven stores in the Colorado area have pulled it from their shelves after some students said it made them sick and shaky and caused their hearts to race.
A company Web site says Spike Shooter contains 300 milligrams of caffeine per 8.4 ounces. A five-ounce cup of coffee contains on average only 80 to 115 milligrams of caffeine. No wonder they didn't want to disclose the caffeine content!
The Web site also has a warning suggesting that consumers drink only one-half can the first time they consume the product to detemine ones tolerance. In addition, those taking other medications or those who suffer from high blood pressure are urged to stay away from the product.
OK, this is scary. How is it legal to have a product like this on the market? Two students were HOSPITALIZED! The Colorado school and 7-Eleven stores in the area are taking the right steps and others need to follow. This includes involvement by the FDA. My fear is that it is going to take a tragic event, like a death, for producers of these energy drinks and caffeinated beverages to stop making these dangerous products.
AOL News Article: Colorado High School Bans Energy Drink
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This is incredibly interesting, especially considering my post this week was also on caffeine. I knew there were certain amounts you could drink, but I had no idea it was this dangerous! I can't believe a drink company would put its product on the shelf thinking that such a warning label would be seen, much less obeyed by purchasers.
On the upside, though, The Coca-Cola Co. announced this week it would start labeling the caffeine content on all its products. Its press release on the subject said the move was part of an "industry trend," so hopefully that means the whole drink industry will do the same, especially the companies that make energy drinks.
The whole caffeine controversy seems to be peaking lately, and I hope it makes people more aware of the effects of caffeine. At least the news about caffeine will give people more of a chance to be aware about the situation and find out more. After reading your blog, I know I won't be drinking any energy drinks any time soon, especially ones that warn about drinking a full can the first time.
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