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eISSN: 2582-8185 || CODEN: WJARAI || Impact Factor 8.2 ||  CrossRef DOI

Research and review articles are invited for publication in March 2026 (Volume 29, Issue 3) Submit manuscript

A survey on the consumption of energy drinks and the evaluation of related adverse effects among young people in Nigeria

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Adeyemi Oluwatosin Adeola 1, * and Olorunfemi Raphael Molehin 2

1 School of Nursing, Jos, Plateau State College of Nursing Sciences, P.M.B. 07 Vom, Nigeria.
2 Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, P.M.B. 5363, Ado Ekiti, 360001, Nigeria.
 
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(03), 2290–2302
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.21.3.0418
DOI url: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.21.3.0418
 
Received on 24 December 2023; revised on 23 March 2024; accepted on 26 March 2024
 
This study investigates energy drink consumption and associated adverse effects among Nigerian youth. With the rising popularity of energy drinks, concerns about potential health risks have emerged. Limited population-based data exists regarding energy drink habits and their consequences in this demographic. A cross-sectional design surveyed 359 participants aged 10-29 in various Nigerian urban centers. Age groups were used to classify the participants, and assessments were made of their energy drink usage habits, knowledge about them, and side effects. Ethical principles were followed, ensuring anonymity and voluntary participation. The study found that 59.6% of participants consumed energy drinks, often during studying (43.5%) or daily use (35.0%). Most consumed fewer than 5 cans per month (74.3%), with 31.8% reporting adverse effects, such as increased heart rate and nervousness. Health conditions were observed among both consumers and non-consumers, but causality was not established. Adverse psychological and physical effects were reported, with a higher prevalence among consumers. This research highlights consumption patterns and the health effects of energy drinks among Nigerian youth. Further research is needed to confirm causality. Informed decision-making regarding energy drink consumption, particularly among young individuals, is crucial. These insights can inform policymaking and health campaigns, promoting responsible consumption and youth well-being.
 
Energy drinks; Adverse effects; Young people; Caffeine; Nigeria
 
https://wjarr.com/sites/default/files/fulltext_pdf/WJARR-2024-0418.pdf

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Adeyemi Oluwatosin Adeola and Olorunfemi Raphael Molehin. A survey on the consumption of energy drinks and the evaluation of related adverse effects among young people in Nigeria. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(3), 2290-2302. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.21.3.0418

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