The main reason I say Monster is a step up from Red Bull is due to the other ingredients that Monster includes that Red Bull doesn't. Like many energy drinks, Monster uses synthetic caffeine as opposed to a naturally sourced caffeine. Drinking one can of Monster is the equivalent of eating five and a half Krispy Kreme donuts. When it comes to sugar, Monster packs it in with 55 grams of sugar per 16 oz can. When we say a step up, we mean that one-half step in your house that you always forget is there and usually trip on. Similar to Red Bull, you might want to stay away from this one as well.Ĭompared to Red Bull, Monster is a step up. Other ingredients - Taurine, L-carnitine L-tartrate, B Vitamins (B3, B6, B2, and B12), and inositol.Ĭomments - Monster Energy is another you've likely heard of, seen, and probably tried. Though Red Bull does have some B Vitamins (B6 and B12), those aren't enough of a reason to drink this when you consider the amount of sugar that is packed into Red Bull. They include the quote "Caffeine is naturally present in more than 60 plants and is contained in many foodstuffs such as coffee, tea, and chocolate." This would make you think that Red Bull is sourcing its caffeine from one of these natural sources, right? Well, shocker, that's not the case here, as Red Bull uses synthetic caffeine in their drinks. Where does Red Bull source their caffeine from? Great question. Drinking one 16 oz can of Red Bull is the equivalent to eating two regular-sized Snickers bars. We're all for natural sweeteners, but not table sugar. Red Bull proudly claims they have real sugars in their drinks. Other ingredients - Taurine and B VitaminsĬomments - Red Bull is a name we all know, but it's not something you should be drinking regularly. Sugar Source - Table Sugar (Sucrose) and Glucose Together, they can lead to side effects such as high blood pressure, heart palpitations, headaches, fatigue, insomnia, swelling, dehydration, and kidney failure. Ginseng, Gingko Biloba, and Guarana are safe when consumed individually, but when mixed with common energy drink ingredients such as caffeine and sugar, they can become dangerous. The long term effects of taurine have yet to be discovered. Excessive levels of taurine can lead to severely low blood pressure. However, the combination of taurine and the other ingredients in popular energy drinks can become harmful.
In moderation, taurine can be beneficial as it supports neurological development and regulates water and mineral levels in blood. Taurine, an amino acid, is a common ingredient in many popular energy drinks, including Red Bull, Monster, and Rockstar. However, synthetic caffeine will lead to a much quicker crash.
Synthetic caffeine is quickly absorbed into your body, giving you the energy you crave faster than that of a naturally sourced caffeine. Synthetically produced caffeine from Chinese pharmaceutical plants is the most popular caffeine source in soft drinks and energy drinks. The American Heart Association recommends no more than 36 grams of sugar consumption for men and 25 grams for women per day. We're going to be looking into the amount of caffeine, sugar, and other beneficial ingredients are in each drink.Īccording to studies, the most caffeine an adult should consume in a day is 400mg. We're here to do the research for you and figure out what these drinks are bringing to the table. There are a lot of options and without research, it can be hard to determine which one is the best for you. When you go into a convenience store, the energy drink section can be a little overwhelming.
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