19/09/2025
Energy drinks were linked to a sharp increase in suicidal thoughts and attempts, according to a 2025 meta-analysis in Nutrients involving over 1.5 million people. The study found that even small amounts of energy drink consumption raised risk, with heavier intake tripling it. In contrast, coffee showed a protective effect, reducing su***de risk by about 30% when consumed at higher levels. Researchers point to psychoactive additives and high sugar content in energy drinks as possible drivers of mood instability and anxiety. While the study cannot prove causation, it warns that energy drinks may pose an overlooked mental health danger.
