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Energy Drinks (caffeine-based) — food safety profile

High risk

Caffeinated energy beverages (Red Bull, Monster, Celsius, etc.).

What is this product?

Caffeinated energy beverages (Red Bull, Monster, Celsius, etc.). Contain 80-300mg caffeine per can plus taurine, B vitamins, guarana, sugar/artificial sweeteners. Acute toxicity risk in children and adolescents. Linked to cardiac arrhythmias, seizures, and death in susceptible individuals. Mixing with alcohol masks intoxication. No FDA upper caffeine limit for energy drinks (classified as dietary supplements, not beverages, by some brands).

What's in it

Click any compound name for its full safety profile, regulatory consensus, and exposure data.

Stimulant

  • Phosmet — 80-300mg per can; toxic to dogs/cats at >150mg/kg

Safer alternatives

  • Black coffee (lower volume caffeine)
  • Green tea
  • Water + electrolytes

Frequently asked questions

What's in Energy Drinks (caffeine-based)?

This product type can contain: Caffeine, among others. Click any compound name above for the full safety profile.

Are there safer alternatives to Energy Drinks (caffeine-based)?

Yes — consider: Black coffee (lower volume caffeine); Green tea; Water + electrolytes. See the Safer alternatives section above for details.

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