Energy Drinks: A Clinical Primer and National Data Update.

Abstract

This article describes estimates of energy drink uptake using national-level data in the US and provides clinical strategies for evaluating patients with unhealthy energy drink consumption. Our approach is grounded in the paradigm of harm reduction, which supports incremental change while recognizing people's dignity, autonomy, individualism, and accountability.1 Rather than urge complete abstinence, we emphasize the importance of helping people understand energy drinks' potential harmful effects independently of whether individuals are ready to abstain from energy drinks.