Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Anna Cason, RD Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition
Season 7, Episode 29
In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley welcomes Anna Cason, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition at the University of Kentucky, to delve into the world of energy drinks. Are these popular beverages truly effective, or do they hide potential health risks? Anna provides a comprehensive overview of what energy drinks are, highlighting their ingredients, including caffeine and various herbs, and discusses how these drinks are marketed.
The discussion addresses the differences between energy shots and larger energy drinks, along with their potential impact on health, such as the interaction of ingredients with medications and the challenges of accurately determining caffeine content.
The episode also explores the implications of high caffeine and sugar intake, emphasizing the restrictions for children and the importance of regulating daily consumption. Anna offers insights into healthier alternatives for genuine energy boosts, focusing on nutrition and balanced diet, rather than the temporary fix energy drinks might offer.
For more information about feeding children well, check out the Nutrition Education Program or SNACK Club resources.
To connect with Snack Club resources:
SNACK Club website
To Connect with Nutrition Education Program resources, visit:
Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for more information about any of the topics discussed on Talking FACS.
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