A typical energy drink packs about 40 grams of sugar alongside artificial sweeteners. Simple sugars interfere with protein production and the growth of beneficial gut microbes, and consuming these drinks on an empty stomach can actually damage your stomach lining. Plus, relying on energy drinks often leads to an exhausting cycle of sharp jolts followed by heavy crashes.

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