This episode does a deep dive into the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) position stand regarding the consumption of energy drinks (ED) and energy shots (ES), based on a critical review of scientific literature. It outlines the common ingredients found in these products, such as caffeine, taurine, and B vitamins, and evaluates their purported effects on acute exercise performance, metabolism, and cognitive function.
Jagim AR, Harty PS, Tinsley GM, et al. International society of sports nutrition position stand: energy drinks and energy shots. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2023;20(1):2171314. doi:10.1080/15502783.2023.2171314
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