Sports & Energy Drinks

A quick and delicious pick me up!

When coffee does not provide the caffeine boost you were expecting, energy drinks are a great alternative. They often contain a combination of caffeine and sugar, which provide a quick burst of energy to get you through the day. At Viking, we offer a wide range of energy drinks, including popular brands such as Monster Energy and Red Bull Energy.

No matter your flavour preference or dietary requirements, Viking has a tasty drink for you. If you are looking to reduce your sugar intake, sugar-free beverages are a great option. This way you can still get your energy shot without the added sugar. It is a great drink for tired college students or working professionals looking for an extra caffeine boost.

For anyone worried about the high-caffeine content of standard energy drinks, then sports drinks are an excellent alternative. Drinks, such as Lucozade Sport, are a great way to reduce your caffeine intake while restoring important vitamins and minerals lost during exercise. Many sports drink contain taurine which helps athletic and mental performance. Their sugar-sweetened flavor make these beverages exceptionally easy to drink and enjoy.

Of course there are a number of health benefits and risks that go along with consuming energy drinks. Obvious benefits include a temporary boost in energy thanks to stimulants, such as sugar and caffeine. Many energy drinks also include B vitamins, which improve your mood, as well as fight against cancer and heart disease.

However, consuming too many of these energy drinks they can have serious health risks. The high caffeine content can cause high blood pressure and heart palpitations, if not monitored correctly. Caffeine also causes a number of other side effects including headaches and jitters, so young adults should be aware of all the negative health effects before drinking too many energy drinks in one sitting.

Despite this, energy drinks and soft drinks are an excellent treat from time to time. When consumed as part of a healthy diet, these drinks are a great caffeine boost.