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NSU College of Pharmacy Faculty Publish Paper on Energy Drinks
Three NSU College of Pharmacy faculty from the West Palm Beach Student Educational Center -Stephanie L. Ballard, Pharm.D., BCPS; Jennifer J. Wellborn-Kim, Pharm.D., BCPS; and Kevin Clauson, Pharm.D., – published a paper on energy drinks frequently marketed to individuals interested in athletics and active lifestyles. Their article was published in the Apr. 2010 issue of The Physician and Sportsmedicine journal, a peer-reviewed medical journal with a focus on promoting good health and good fitness to control life obstacles. The journal’s articles focus on cardiovascular medicine, primary care, sports medicine, nutrition, orthopedics, exercise, physiology, and other areas relevant to patients with active lifestyles.
Energy drinks are popular beverages purported to assist with athletic endeavors and weight loss. They have been successfully marketed to young people using social media and sports sponsorship. According to the College of Pharmacy article, energy drinks may increase athletic performance and aerobic benefits. The researchers found conflicting evidence regarding the impact of energy drinks on weight loss, although some data suggest that combining energy drink use with exercise may enhance body fat reduction. “As with any active substance, energy drink ingredients may cause adverse effects, particularly with high episodic consumption,” according to the article. The authors recommend taking a proactive approach and education to reduce risks to patients.
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