English essay brainstorm energy drinks

Under 16 should not be allowed to buy energy drinks 

• Some energy drinks also contain exceptionally high levels of sugar, with on average 60 per cent more calories and 65 per cent more sugar than other regular soft drinks. 

• This contributes to obesity and tooth decay.

• Officials argue that excessive consumption has already been linked to health issues in children, from headaches and sleep problems to stomach aches and hyperactivity.

• Surveys from teachers have also suggested that they contribute to poor behaviour in classrooms.

• Their are a lot of concern over the effects of caffeine especially to minors.

• Caffeine is the most widely consumed recreational drug on the planet.

• Teenagers younger than 16 will no longer be able to buy energy drinks for themselves at Countdown supermarkets nationwide. Given their combination of high sugar content and addictiveness, it was the Ministry of Health's advice children should not consume energy drinks.
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