Calgary Herald: Why boys choose energy drinks -- and why they probably shouldn't

Release Date: March 3, 2011 This content is archived.

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An article in the Calgary Herald reports new research by UB behavioral neurobiologist Jennifer Temple has shown that boys are more likely to use energy drinks than girls, and that they like the drinks for getting a rush, more energy or improving athletic performance. The article also cites research on teens and energy drinks conducted by Kathleen Miller of the Research Institute on Addictions.

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