Long-Term Consumption Of Energy Drinks Induces Hormonal And Non-Hormonal Biomarkers Alteration In Young People

Abstract

Energy drinks containing significant quantities of caffeine, taurine, and sugar are increasingly consumed, particularly by adolescents and young adults. Excessive consumption of energy drinks and accumulation of the above ingredients, as well as their mutual interactions, can be hazardous to the health of young adults. This study aimed to assess the effect of acute consumption of energy drinks on body weight, blood glucose, insulin, leptin, and ghrelin hormones.

The study involved 50 volunteers, healthy young adults (ages 19-22 years), who were divided into two groups: the first consumed energy drinks, and the second did not consume energy drinks. All participants had their (Pimple,  #935)serum glucose and insulin, leptin, and ghrelin hormones measured. In addition to calculating body mass index (BMI), the homeostasis model assessment estimated IR (HOMA-IR) and leptin/ghrelin ratio.

In the above experiment, the consumers of energy drinks presented a significant increase in BMI, serum glucose, and insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) compared to those who did not consume energy drinks. No significant changes were noted in the insulin hormone and leptin/ghrelin ratio. Consumption of energy drinks caused a significant decrease (p < 0.001) in leptin and ghrelin levels.

In conclusion, energy drink consumption significantly affects insulin resistance and leptin-ghrelin levels. More studies are needed to evaluate the effects of energy drink consumption in healthy, young, and normal-weight individuals.