POPULAR ENERGY DRINKS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INCREASES IN HEART CONTRACTION RATES
Popular energy drinks may cause serious increases in heart contraction rates within an hour of consumption forcing 21,000 people to ERs. 42% mixed the energy drink with another stimulant such as Adderal or Ritalin. Symptoms included life-threatening arrhythmias, high blood pressure, seizures, and 18 deaths.