General Article Teenagers fell in love with energy drinks years ago, but now parents see the harmful effects

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Evidence is growing that the caffeinated, sugary drinks are harmful to children’s wellbeing.

By Susie Mesure

For many teenagers, energy drinks offer a cheap buzz, an instant early-morning boost when they need to be at school but would rather be in bed. Better still, are those such as G Fuel that promise the elixir of endurance and enhanced focus for virtual battles into the early hours.

Little wonder that up to one third of UK children, mostly young teens, consume at least one energy drink a ...

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