ENERGY DRINKS

CAFFEINE/EPHEDRA/MA HUANG/ GUARANA
     •  BANNED BY THE NCAA
     •  Will result in a positive drug test    

PYRUVATE
     •  Amount in drink is less than clinical dose

GINKO BILOBA
     •  NO impact on performance
     •  Amount in drinks is not regulated
     •  GI distress, headaches, skin problems

OXYGEN
     •  Drives up the price of the beverage
     •  Breath deeply           

MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES
     •  Not necessary in an energy drink

GLUTAMINE
     •  Will NOT boost immune system
     •  Will NOT enhance performance

BEE POLLEN
     •  If you are allergic to BEES watch out!!!

TAURINE
     •  NO effect on Athletic performance

GINSENG
     •  Contains little or none of the active ingredient
     •  Increases blood pressure