I figured since it was a time for new years resolutions and being somewhat healthier we could dive into energy drinks. The media has long hated energy drinks when mixed with alcohol and some laws have even been passed.

So what is all the media hype about Red Bull and Vodka? Well there are rumors out that it goes in your bloodstream faster than other drinks because it’s carbonated or the ingredients in the drink make you drunk faster. But what about the other carbonated drinks such as rum and coke, seven and soda, and the list goes on.

Energy drinks and alcohol. Some recent entries in the energy drink market contain alcohol. But whether purchased as an all-in-one product or with alcohol added separately, it’s important to note that there are particular dangers to imbibing spiked energy drinks since they contain both stimulants and a depressant (the alcohol). The stimulants mask the fatigue that normally serves to signal that you’ve had too much to drink and it’s time to quit. They may also reduce perceived impairment, and lead inexperienced kids (adults too, for that matter) to believe that they are more sober than they actually are. That can lead to poor judgment… and sometimes serious accidents. The fact that these substances are combined can also affect how they are metabolized, leading to the potential for serious medical problems when done in excess, and/or by people who are vulnerable, including those on prescription or OTC medications. -from BottomLine Secrets Health Newsletter

Is Sugar Free Red Bull healthier than regular Red Bull?
No. The regular Red Bull has real sugar as opposed to the sugar substitute (chemicals) you get in “sugar free.”

Where did Red Bull come from?
Red Bull was the first energy drink of its kind especially in the club scene which was derived from an exotic drink in Thailand. Krating Daeng, the foundation of Red Bull, has been one of the top-selling drinks in Thailand since the ‘70s. Two entrepreneurs took this local favorite with a barely pronounceable name, changed it to Red Bull, tweaked the recipe for European tastes, and now have branded it as the world’s original energy drink. This drink has become so popular that you see companies such as Pepsi and Coke creating Monster and RockStar.