Um,
maybe it's because I have a very high energy child (sometimes called
"spirited" meaning "is there a 'pause' switch cuz mama's so tired") but
the idea of children consuming energy drinks is totally appalling to
me. And of course, the Red Bulls and Rockstars and Monsters and Pimp Juices (ahem) are quite popular with the kids.
Some have 350 milligrams of caffeine--equal to the amount in ten cans
of Coke. Let's think about it: A 170-pound adult consuming that amount
of caffeine is going to have a different reaction than a 60-pound kid
doing the same. In fact, the whole thing kinda makes me wish I wasn't
(cough) so hooked on sugar-free Rockstar.
Last month four kids
in Florida were hospitalized for...
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