According to a study by US scientists at Johns Hopkins University in 2008, such products should carry warnings of the health risks associated with high caffeine intake. Side effects caused by the drinks can include insomnia, stomach upset, rapid heartbeats and mental health problems such as anxiety
200mg of caffeine is the recommended daily limit for pregnant women
32mg the level of caffeine per 100ml of Red Bull
484 million litres of high-energy drinks were consumed in the UK in 2008
Source: Mintel, NHS choices
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