Sarah Todd returned to reporting in January 2025 after being assignment editor at STAT since October 2022. You can reach Sarah on Signal at sarahlizchar.47. The energy drink cans are the colors of a ...

In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers reviewed the adverse health events associated with consuming energy drinks among adolescents and children in the context of ...

Energy drinks could pose a risk to young brains, according to new research. Those who consumed energy drinks — which are intended to boost energy through the use of caffeine or other stimulants — were ...

Both coffee and energy drinks can vary in caffeine content. Moderate caffeine consumption is recommended for reducing the risk to your heart. Energy drinks have been shown to cause heart problems, but ...

Energy drinks are popular among teens, but a new investigation reveals they may contain excessive caffeine levels, posing ...

A new Consumer Reports investigation finds what’s inside energy drinks may be more than you’re bargaining for.

The exact link between energy drinks and stroke risks is understudied, but limited research suggests that energy drinks, particularly when consumed excessively or regularly, may increase the risk of ...

Energy drinks come with some potentially serious health risks. But it’s not clear whether drinking them on an empty stomach increases the effects or their severity. Whether you’re studying for a final ...

These popular beverages often have many other ingredients, like vitamins and plant extracts. Here’s what you should know about them. By Erica Sweeney A growing number of Americans, especially younger ...