Abstract
Energy drinks have gained widespread popularity, particularly among young adults, due to their perceived ability to boost energy, alertness, and performance. However, concerns about their nutritional composition and potential health implications continue to rise. This study was conducted to evaluate the nutritional composition of selected energy drinks sold in Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria under standard laboratory conditions. The aim was to determine the levels of caffeine, sugar, crude fat, crude protein, crude fiber, and carbohydrate in the sampled brands. Laboratory analyses were carried out using established analytical procedures for proximate and chemical composition. The findings revealed that caffeine content varied significantly among the brands, with Fearless recording the highest level, followed by Monster and Predator, while Power Horse and Red Bull contained comparatively lower amounts. Sugar concentration also differed across the samples, with Fearless exhibiting the highest value, although no statistically significant differences were observed among the remaining brands. Crude fat and crude protein were below detectable limits across all samples, suggesting these macronutrients are virtually absent. Trace crude fiber was detected only in Predator. Carbohydrate levels varied, with Monster containing the highest concentration, Fearless and Power Horse showing relatively high levels, and Predator and Red Bull displaying lower amounts. The study shows that energy drinks sold in Choba are primarily characterized by high caffeine, sugar, and carbohydrate contents, with negligible nutritional value in terms of protein, fat, and fiber. It is recommended that consumers exercise caution in frequent consumption, while regulatory agencies should enforce clearer labeling and public sensitization on potential health risks.
Keywords
Energy Drinks, Evaluation, Nutritional and health implications
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John, Godson Nnamdi, Onwugbuta, Godpower Chukwuemeka, Tweneme, Gaddiel Ogono, Onyeozu, Chijioke Kenneth, Kpaduwa, Samuel; Okpaka, Confidence Ogechi "Nutritional Evaluation of Energy Drinks Sold in Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 4 2025 Page 1061-1068
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John, Godson Nnamdi, Onwugbuta, Godpower Chukwuemeka, Tweneme, Gaddiel Ogono, Onyeozu, Chijioke Kenneth, Kpaduwa, Samuel; Okpaka, Confidence Ogechi
"Nutritional Evaluation of Energy Drinks Sold in Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(4)
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