Energy Drinks Boost Blood Pressure as Heartbeat Altered
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Energy drinks, which have been linked to deaths and hospitalizations, may boost blood pressure and lead to an erratic heartbeat, a study found.
An analysis of seven previous studies showed the beverages appeared to disturb the heart’s natural rhythm, which over time may lead to an irregular heartbeat or death and raise blood pressure. Today’s findings were presented at the American Heart Association meeting in New Orleans.