What is a party without fun and games and, in most cases, alcohol? Of late, alcohol has been that one vital component that is needed in every party. From games to deep talks, everything is done with a beer in hand. Beer pong, Beer chugs, vodka shots all have become associated with partying. Many youngsters also mix energy drinks with alcohol for a little more oomph. Little do they know that this can be a serious hazard in terms of health. Before going into the harmful effects caused by the mixing, let us first try and understand why an increasing number of consumers are mixing their alcohol with energy drinks. The first and most important reason is that the caffeine present in energy drinks helps override the depressive effects of alcohol. So, you can get drunk without really having to get drunk. That, however, is no reason for you to put yourself in danger. Here are 3 reasons why you should avoid mixing your energy drinks with that mug of beer or any other alcohol for that matter.
1. You could die. Literally
Not many people take this seriously. Some even consider it a joke. After all, how much harm could happen if you were to take one mixed drink? This perspective is just about to change. On 30 October 2014, Anton Omelin mixed Red Bull, NOS, and Monster Energy along with alcohol before he collapsed and died. What started as a harmless mixing of drinks turned out to be fatal for a young man. A lawsuit was subsequently filed against the 3 companies who had failed to sufficiently warn their customers about the risk involved in mixing the drinks. To know more about the Red Bull Lawsuit, be sure to check out the details on the Schmidt and Clark webpage.
2. Lack of sleep
One of the most important benefits of energy drinks and inadvertently the reason that they are so popular is that these drinks can give you that extra boost of energy while driving away sleep. This is particularly useful in those cases where people may need to put in some extra necessary hours of work. While this positive impact cannot be ignored, it is important to note that a lot of research has been put into looking into the negative impacts of energy drinks on the bodies of people. One common conclusion that was drawn was that most consumers had sleep deprivation which in the long run was leading to sleep disorders and an overall decline of physical and mental health. Weighing the pros and cons, it is better to know what you are consuming and why. The consumption of the incorrect mix, especially with respect to drinks, can be extremely dangerous. So it is advisable to be aware of the effects of energy drinks on the body before consuming them. This article will give you a glimpse into how to mix your food and drinks in the healthiest way possible.
3. Addiction
It has been observed that people who consume a mix of energy drinks and alcohol end up consuming more alcohol on a daily basis. This is because energy drinks cancel the effects of alcohol to a large extent. People then tend to think that they can consume more and that, as we all know, is a bad decision. Apart from all other health issues, more alcohol consumption also leads to more drunken driving instances that end up being a nuisance not just to them but also to others.
Having described all this, it is best to keep clear from mixing your drinks. Drink such mixes only if absolutely necessary and that also in moderation. Drink responsibly. Stay safe!
