Redline energy drink is developed by VPX Sports and contains a proprietary blend of caffeine, amino acids, derivatives and some herbal ingredients such as yohimbine, evodiamine, huperzine A, green tea and yerba mate. It is meant to give a boost to energy levels and burn fat through an increase in metabolism and the building of muscle. These energy drinks are marketed toward individuals involved in fitness and can be bought at health-food stores and health clubs. Excess consumption -- any more than 4 oz. at a time -- may be harmful. You should consult your doctor before consuming any dietary supplements.
Fat-Burning Effects
Evodiamine is a plant chemical that is also referred to by the ingredient name "Evoburn." According to a study published in the journal "Endocrinology" in 2008, it has been shown to reduce fat intake in mice, as it functions in a manner similar to capsaicin, an active ingredient in hot peppers, which raises body temperature, therefore slightly increasing caloric burn. Green-tea extract is a rich source of catechins that increase energy usage and change body composition; this effect is further augmented by exercise. Yohimbine is an alkaloid substance that produces stimulant and aphrodisiac effects.
Stimulating Effects
According to a study published in the "Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research," stimulants may temporarily increase the metabolic rate and improve high-intensity exercise performance. Caffeine provides an energy boost and may assist you in having longer and more effective workout sessions, thus helping you burn more calories. Yerba mate is a South African plant that also contains caffeine and seems to have a stimulating effect on the heart muscle and may also increase the heart rate.
Dangerous Effects
Redline energy drinks are not advised for anybody under the age of 18, people with high blood pressure or pregnant women. Although most of the ingredients in the energy drink are considered safe, the use of these ingredients in combination is yet to be clinically proven safe. According to PubMed online, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health, yohimbine can cause anxiety and other significant side effects if used in excessive amounts. High doses may also lead to panic attacks, dizziness, rapid heart rate, insomnia and headaches. Consumption of Redline energy drinks on an empty stomach may also cause nausea.
References
- PubMed: Characterization of Serotonin-Toxicity Syndrome
- The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine: Caffeinated Energy Drinks -- A Growing Problem
- PubMed: Efficacy of Acute Caffeine Ingestion for Short-Term High-Intensity Exercise Performance
- PubMed: Evodiamine Improves Diet-Induced Obesity in an Uncoupling Protein-1-Independent Manner
- PubMed: Yohimbine Effects on Body Composition and Exercise Performance in Soccer Players
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