Somewhere in between, energy drinks often become a quick solution.
“Energy contains high amounts of caffeine, sugar, and stimulants that can temporarily raise heart rate and blood pressure.
However, constant consumption can put pressure on the heart and blood vessels, especially in people who already have hypertension, anxiety, or underlying heart conditions.
When combined with lack of sleep and stress, the impact becomes even more harmful.
What makes this particularly concerning is that many young adults consume energy drinks during periods when the body is already stressed and sleep-deprived.
Many young professionals begin their day tired and end it exhausted. Somewhere in between, energy drinks often become a quick solution.
The problem is that these beverages do not create energy. They stimulate the body into feeling alert for a short period. The heart, however, pays the price.
“Energy contains high amounts of caffeine, sugar, and stimulants that can temporarily raise heart rate and blood pressure. However, constant consumption can put pressure on the heart and blood vessels, especially in people who already have hypertension, anxiety, or underlying heart conditions. When combined with lack of sleep and stress, the impact becomes even more harmful. Even spending long hours working on laptops, scrolling on phones, or watching screens late into the night affects sleep quality, physical activity, and mental well-being. Stress is a part and parcel of life and can also take a toll on the heart,” said Dr Bipeenchandra Bhamre, Cardiovascular Surgeon in Mumbai.
What makes this particularly concerning is that many young adults consume energy drinks during periods when the body is already stressed and sleep-deprived. Instead of solving fatigue, the habit can mask it while increasing strain on the cardiovascular system.
