Energy drinks are beverages that claim to provide you with or increase your energy levels. These claims are often supported by the included ingredients , which sometimes contain vitamins or other supplements. Many energy drinks contain vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant to prevent and repair cell damage, states the Office of Dietary Supplements of the National Institutes of Health. Understanding the overall nutritional value of energy drinks can provide more insight on the benefit of consuming an energy drink.
Red Bull
Red Bull is a commonly-consumed energy drink produced by the Coca-Cola Company. In its standard form, an 8.3 oz. can contains 110 calories. While it doesn't contain any fat, it does contain 28 g of sugar. If sugar is a concern, a sugar-free version of Red Bull is available. Red Bull doesn't contain vitamin C. However, it does contain vitamin B3, B6 and B12.
Monster
Monster is another energy drink, which is manufactured by the Monster Beverage Company. Like Red Bull, Monster offers alternative versions that include a version with fewer carbohydrates. The recommended serving size for the Monster energy drink is 8 oz. There are 100 calories in each serving. Like Red Bull, Monster doesn't contain any fat yet has 27 g of sugar. However, Monster contains 100 percent of the recommended daily value of vitamin C based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
5-Hour Energy Shots
The 5-Hour Energy Shots have become increasingly popular due to their small package size and beneficial claims. A 2-oz. bottle of 5-Hour Energy equates to one serving. This serving only contains 4 calories. While 5-Hour Energy doesn't contain vitamin C, it does contain 40 mg of vitamin B6, more than 2,000 percent of the recommended daily value and more than 500 mcg of vitamin B12, which equates to more than 8,000 percent of the recommended daily value.
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