Energy drinks: A new study links them to heart problems

New research has found that energy drinks can increase the risk of heart problems.

The study, published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, looked at data from over 100,000 people. The researchers found that people who drank energy drinks were more likely to have an irregular heartbeat, a condition known as atrial fibrillation. They also found that drinking energy drinks was associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

The study's findings are concerning, as energy drinks are becoming increasingly popular, especially among young people. The drinks are often marketed as a way to improve energy and focus, but the study's findings suggest that they may actually have harmful effects on the heart.

The researchers noted that the study did not prove that energy drinks cause heart problems, but they said the findings suggest that a link is possible. They called for more research to be done to investigate the potential risks of energy drinks.

Here are some of the key findings of the study:

• People who drank energy drinks were more likely to have an irregular heartbeat.
• Drinking energy drinks was associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
• The risks were highest among people who drank energy drinks regularly.

If you are concerned about the potential risks of energy drinks, you should talk to your doctor.

Here are some tips to help you reduce your risk of heart problems:

• Eat a healthy diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
• Get regular exercise.
• Maintain a healthy weight.
• Quit smoking.
• Limit your alcohol intake.