Introduction to Caffeine Addiction

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Cardiac Arrest on a Plate

I found an interesting article today in USA Today. It talks about a study that was done in Annals of Pharmacotherapy that links heart problems with caffeine consumption and energy drinks. It also mentions taurine as an additive in energy drinks that can be hard on your heart. The article states:

"Healthy adults who drank two cans a day of a popular energy drink experienced an increase in their blood pressure and heart rate, which was insignificant for healthy adults but could prove harmful to people with a heart-related condition."

The study found that participants heart rates were up 7.8% on the first day of the study and 11% on the seventh day. Participants blood pressure also increased 7%! So if you have heart problems or don't want any later it is wise to stay away from energy drinks and high amounts of caffeine.