The health blogger » adverse effects

Can energy drinks really energize me?

AnGhel — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:58:52 +0000

Yes it does! However, the effects can only be felt for only a couple of hours. There are two main ingredients which can give this effect to you – the high amount of caffeine and sugar present in the energy drinks.

But today, there are now energy drinks that are sugar-free but can still give you the same result as well. This is because there is still huge amount of caffeine that would compensate for the sugar so that you can still get that extra kick that you need.

However, there are adverse effects when taking too much energy drinks. Because of the sugar, it is possible that you gain a few pounds. And thanks to the caffeine, you may experience irritability, nervousness, and increase in blood pressure.

A healthy lifestyle is still the safest bet if you want to have a boosted energy all the time.

Sodium or MSG, should you avoid it?

AnGhel — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:34:12 +0000

Many are confused about the benefits and disadvantages of using MSG or sodium in their foods. Contrary to what people belive, sodium is actually important in building a healthier you. Of course, just like all things, having too much or excessive sodium can also be dangerous to one’s health.

Small amount of sodium can actually be good for your well-being. In fact, sodium aids in transmitting the nerve impulses throughout your body. Sodium also plays an important role in your muscles’ relaxation as well as contraction. Other than that, sodium is also responsible in maintaining the balance of liquid in your body as well.

However, the use of sodium is no longer advisable for oldies especially if you are already in your senior years. This may lead to health problems such as kidney failure, diabetes, and high blood pressure

Coffee can also be hazardous to your health

AnGhel — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:04:44 +0000

That’s right! When you are having too much of the good thing just like coffee, it can pose a risk to your health as well. The amount of coffee that you can have everyday must only be between 200 up to 300 milligrams only. This is equivalent to three up to four cups every day. If you are drinking at least seven to eight cups a day, then i is possible that you may experience these following health problems.

Irritability
Restlessness
Insomnia
Nausea
Nervousness
Anxiety
Headache

Experts said that women are less susceptible to these caffeine effects compare to the men. And if you think that you are addicted to coffee, try to avoid taking medicines Cipro, Noroxin, Ephedra, and Theophylline since it can bring more negative side effects of the coffee.