{"id":564640,"date":"2022-11-26T02:51:18","date_gmt":"2022-11-25T18:51:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/?p=564640"},"modified":"2022-11-26T02:51:20","modified_gmt":"2022-11-25T18:51:20","slug":"do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Energy Drinks Make You Dehydrated? (The Truth)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:80.16%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:66.64%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:56%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:56.24%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Energy drinks are much-preferred energy beverages nowadays. Not only teens, but many adults also prefer consuming these drinks in contrast to conventional morning coffees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While energy drinks have many benefits from increasing your focus to increasing your physical performance, these energy drinks can also have side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;ve been drinking energy drinks to keep you hydrated instead of water then stop right away! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Energy drinks can actually have negative side effects on your body&rsquo;s hydration level. Due to the caffeine present in energy drinks, and sometimes sugar, they can dehydrate you. Especially if consumed in large amounts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know more about it, so keep scrolling to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"1002\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" alt=\"a glass of water\" class=\"wp-image-565146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-768x616.jpg 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-960x770.jpg 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-1080x866.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-1200x962.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-150x120.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"1002\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp\" alt=\"a glass of water\" class=\"wp-image-565146 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp 1250w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-300x240.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-768x616.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-960x770.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-1080x866.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-1200x962.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x-150x120.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/manu-schwendener-zFEY4DP4h6c-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Energy drinks won&rsquo;t hydrate you in the same way as water.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662b08d231ad1\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#Sugar\" title=\"Sugar\">Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#Why_do_sugary_drinks_dehydrate_you\" title=\"Why do sugary drinks dehydrate you?\">Why do sugary drinks dehydrate you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#Do_energy_drinks_count_as_water_intake\" title=\"Do energy drinks count as water intake?\">Do energy drinks count as water intake?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#3_common_side_effects_of_energy_drinks\" title=\"3 common side effects of energy drinks\">3 common side effects of energy drinks<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#What_happens_if_you_drink_an_energy_drink_every_day\" title=\"What happens if you drink an energy drink every day?\">What happens if you drink an energy drink every day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#What_happens_if_you_drink_energy_drinks_instead_of_water\" title=\"What happens if you drink energy drinks instead of water?\">What happens if you drink energy drinks instead of water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#Do_energy_drinks_make_you_dehydrated\" title=\"Do energy drinks make you dehydrated?\">Do energy drinks make you dehydrated?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#Do_energy_drinks_make_you_gain_weight\" title=\"Do energy drinks make you gain weight?\">Do energy drinks make you gain weight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#What_do_energy_drinks_do_to_your_kidneys\" title=\"What do energy drinks do to your kidneys?\">What do energy drinks do to your kidneys?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#Final_Verdict\" title=\"Final Verdict\">Final Verdict<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-dehydrated\/#Other_Articles\" title=\"Other Articles\">Other Articles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caffeine\"><\/span>Caffeine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine is a powerful ingredient and a mild stimulant that can actually have effective results in keeping you awake and alert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the reason that most energy drinks contain caffeine as their chief ingredient. While there are many benefits of caffeine, we must be aware of its side effects too. The following are the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/caffeine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">side effects<\/a><\/strong> of caffeine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Restlessness and shakiness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insomnia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Headaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dizziness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast heart rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anxiety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dependency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"caffeine in energy drinks\" class=\"wp-image-564605\" width=\"1250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-728x546.jpg 728w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash.jpg.webp\" alt=\"caffeine in energy drinks\" class=\"wp-image-564605 lazyload\" width=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-768x576.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-728x546.jpg.webp 728w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-960x720.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash-150x113.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/pablo-merchan-montes-SCbq6uKCyMY-unsplash.jpg\" height=\"750\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Energy drinks often contain lots of caffeine.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_caffeine_cause_dehydration\"><\/span>Does caffeine cause dehydration?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&rsquo;ve probably heard the rumor that caffeine causes dehydration. But is there any truth to it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, it&rsquo;s important to understand how caffeine affects the body. <strong>Caffeine is a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1046\/j.1365-277X.2003.00477.x\" target=\"_blank\">diuretic<\/a>, which means it helps to increase urine production.<\/strong> <strong>When you drink caffeine, you&rsquo;ll likely urinate more often than usual, which, if you&rsquo;re not careful, can lead to dehydration.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, you would have to consume a lot of caffeine for it to have a significant impact on your hydration levels. So, unless you&rsquo;re downing multiple cups of coffee or energy drinks, it&rsquo;s unlikely that your caffeine habit is causing dehydration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, everyone is different and some people may be more sensitive to the effects of caffeine than others, so they&rsquo;re likely to experience these effects of caffeine more than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For reference, have a look at this table of energy drinks with the most caffeine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Energy Drinks<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Caffeine Content<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Java Monster <\/strong><\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reign<\/strong><\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rockstar Thermo<\/strong><\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>VISO<\/strong><\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Redline Xtreme<\/strong><\/td><td>300 mg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Energy drinks with the most caffeine<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar\"><\/span>Sugar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar is a carbohydrate and is mostly added in many beverages including energy drinks. They&rsquo;re added to mask the bitter taste of caffeine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, sugar is a calorie-dense sweetener and it can actually cause a significant rise in your blood <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jamainternalmedicine\/article-abstract\/654168\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sugar level<\/a><\/strong>. If you keep consuming highly sweetened beverages, then you can gain weight and become subjected to many other diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_sugary_drinks_dehydrate_you\"><\/span>Why do sugary drinks dehydrate you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people know that sugary drinks are not the best for your health. But did you know that they can also dehydrate you? <strong>When you drink a sugary drink, your body has to work hard to metabolize the sugar. This can lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/dehydrating-drinks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dehydration<\/a> as this process uses up a lot of water.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So next time you reach for a soda or energy drink, remember that it might not be the best choice if you&rsquo;re trying to stay hydrated. <strong>Stick to a glass of water or beverages with no sugar instead.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"833\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x.jpg\" alt=\"Sugar\" class=\"wp-image-557745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"833\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Sugar\" class=\"wp-image-557745 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x.jpg.webp 1250w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-735x490.jpg.webp 735w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-335x223.jpg.webp 335w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-347x231.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-520x347.jpg.webp 520w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-640x426.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-960x640.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-1080x720.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x-150x100.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Sugar_1250x.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Sugar in energy drinks can cause dehydration<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_energy_drinks_count_as_water_intake\"><\/span>Do energy drinks count as water intake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s common knowledge that we&rsquo;re supposed to drink eight glasses of water a day. But does that include energy drinks?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrong. This isn&rsquo;t the case. <strong>While energy drinks do contain some water, they also contain a lot of sugar and caffeine. This can actually lead to dehydration, rather than hydration.<\/strong> So while an energy drink might give you a temporary boost, it&rsquo;s not going to do your body any favors in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy drinks should never be your number one source of hydration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking to hydrate yourself, stick to the good old-fashioned stuff: <strong>water<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_common_side_effects_of_energy_drinks\"><\/span>3 common side effects of energy drinks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people know that energy drinks can give you a boost of energy. But what you may not know is that these drinks can also have some pretty nasty side effects. Here are three of the most common <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyschools\/nutrition\/energy.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">side effects<\/a><\/strong> of energy drinks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Energy drinks can cause you to feel more alert and awake, which can in turn lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4264529\/#:~:text=These%20effects%20are%20thought%20to,adenosine%20A1%20and%20A2a%20receptors.&amp;text=Indeed%2C%20the%20most%20commonly%20reported,nervousness%2C%20headache%2C%20and%20tachycardia.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">insomnia<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The caffeine in energy drinks can cause you to feel more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psypost.org\/2021\/02\/longitudinal-study-links-energy-drink-consumption-to-depression-anxiety-and-stress-59626#:~:text=Despite%20their%20widespread%20consumption%20and,from%20a%20longitudinal%20cohort%20study%E2%80%9D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anxious<\/a> and jittery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Energy drinks can also cause nausea and vomiting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While these side effects are generally mild, they can be more serious in some people. If you are concerned about the side effects of energy drinks, you should talk to your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_drink_an_energy_drink_every_day\"><\/span>What happens if you drink an energy drink every day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You might have seen energy drinks advertised to boost your energy and help you stay awake. But what happens if you drink them every day?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drinking energy drinks every day won&rsquo;t affect you, given that you&rsquo;re only drinking one day. However, drinking more than the recommended limit is a different story. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most energy drinks contain caffeine, which can lead to some side effects if you drink too much. These <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-979\/caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">side effects<\/a><\/strong> can include jitteriness, anxiety, headaches, and heart palpitations. Drinking too much caffeine can also lead to dehydration and disrupt your sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you&rsquo;re thinking about downing an energy drink every day, be aware of the potential side effects. And, as always, consult with your doctor before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally speaking, drinking energy drinks daily can actually interrupt your healthy diet. However, this largely depends on the type of energy drink you&rsquo;re consuming, how much caffeine is in them, and your tolerance to caffeine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_drink_energy_drinks_instead_of_water\"><\/span>What happens if you drink energy drinks instead of water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We all know that we&rsquo;re supposed to drink lots of water every day. But what happens if you decide to ditch the water and drink energy drinks instead? Energy drinks can be a part of your daily diet with the exception of being less sugary and not heavily caffeinated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drinking energy drinks instead of water can have some pretty serious consequences. For one thing, energy drinks are loaded with sugar and calories, which can lead to weight gain. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additionally, energy drinks can contain high levels of caffeine, which can lead to dehydration and increased heart rate. So if you&rsquo;re looking to stay hydrated and healthy, water is always the best choice.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Never replace water with energy drinks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504.jpg\" alt=\"a bottle of water\" class=\"wp-image-564645\" width=\"1250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504-960x538.jpg 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504.jpg.webp\" alt=\"a bottle of water\" class=\"wp-image-564645 lazyload\" width=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504-300x168.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504-768x430.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504-960x538.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/photo-1523362628745-0c100150b504.jpg\" height=\"560\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Energy drinks are not a good substitute for water<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_energy_drinks_make_you_dehydrated\"><\/span>Do energy drinks make you dehydrated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You&rsquo;ve probably seen energy drinks everywhere &ndash; they&rsquo;re becoming more and more popular, especially among young people. <strong>But what you may not know is that energy drinks can actually make you more dehydrated.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most energy drinks contain caffeine, which is a diuretic. This means that it helps your body to get rid of water and can lead to dehydration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it&rsquo;s unlikely for a little amount of caffeine to cause dehydration. But if you&rsquo;re drinking energy drinks regularly, you may want to cut back or make sure to drink plenty of water to compensate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_energy_drinks_make_you_gain_weight\"><\/span>Do energy drinks make you gain weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s a lot of debate on whether energy drinks make you gain weight. Some people say that they do, while others claim that they don&rsquo;t. So, what&rsquo;s the verdict?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In short, energy drinks probably won&rsquo;t make you gain weight if you&rsquo;re healthy and active. However, if you&rsquo;re sedentary or have a health condition, they may <a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/best-energy-drinks-for-losing-weight\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"22610\">contribute to weight gain<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Energy drinks are often high in calories and sugar, which can lead to weight gain if you consume them in excess. <\/strong>They may also contain caffeine, which can cause you to feel more energetic and less likely to eat. If you&rsquo;re not careful, this can lead to weight gain over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re concerned about gaining weight from energy drinks, it&rsquo;s best to limit your consumption or avoid them altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_energy_drinks_do_to_your_kidneys\"><\/span>What do energy drinks do to your kidneys?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"703\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" alt=\"a model of a kidney\" class=\"wp-image-565147\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-960x540.jpg 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-1080x607.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"703\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp\" alt=\"a model of a kidney\" class=\"wp-image-565147 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x.jpg.webp 1250w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-728x410.jpg.webp 728w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-960x540.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-1080x607.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-1200x675.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/robina-weermeijer-sRXCFkJahGk-unsplash_1250x.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Energy drinks with high sugar may be bad for your kidneys.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s no doubt that energy drinks are popular among people of all ages. But what do these drinks do to your body, specifically your kidneys?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Energy drinks are high in sugar and caffeine, which can be hard on your kidneys. In addition, these drinks can also cause dehydration, which can lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.piedmont.org\/living-better\/be-aware-of-kidney-damaging-foods\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">kidney stones<\/a>.<\/strong> Moreover, the high amount of caffeine in energy drinks can cause blood vessels to constrict, which can <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/kidney-disease\/high-blood-pressure#:~:text=High%20blood%20pressure%20can%20constrict,may%20no%20longer%20work%20properly.\" target=\"_blank\">damage<\/a> the kidneys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you&rsquo;re a fan of energy drinks, be sure to drink them in moderation. And if you have any kidney problems, it&rsquo;s best to avoid them altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Verdict\"><\/span>Final Verdict<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Energy drinks are rich in ingredients such as caffeine and sugar, these ingredients can have positive and negative effects on the body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If an energy drink contains caffeine, it will cause you to lose water through increased urination. However, if you consume caffeine in low amounts, this won&rsquo;t likely happen.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moreover, carbohydrates need more water for their digestion, and in this case, your body might use up more water in the process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>So, energy drinks may or may not make you dehydrated depending on their ingredients. <\/strong>Nonetheless, water should not be replaced with energy drinks. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Articles\"><\/span>Other Articles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/energy-drinks-actually-work\/\">Do Energy Drinks Actually Work? (The Truth)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/do-energy-drinks-make-you-bald\/\">Do Energy Drinks Make You Bald? 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If you&rsquo;ve been drinking energy drinks to keep &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":564050,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable-in-feed":false,"article-schema-type":"","disable-critical-css":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564640"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=564640"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564640\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":566091,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/564640\/revisions\/566091"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/564050"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=564640"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=564640"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=564640"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}