Energy drink
Energy Drink
An Energy Drink is a type of beverage containing stimulant compounds, usually caffeine, which is marketed as providing mental and physical stimulation. They may or may not be carbonated and many also contain sugar or other sweeteners, herbal extracts, taurine, and amino acids.
Pronunciation
/ˈɛnərdʒi drɪŋk/
Etymology
The term "Energy Drink" is derived from the English words "energy" and "drink". The word "energy" comes from the late Middle English word "energie", which is borrowed from Latin "energia", from Greek "energeia" which means activity or operation. The word "drink" comes from the Old English "drincan" which means to drink.
Related Terms
- Caffeine: A central nervous system stimulant of the methylxanthine class. It is the world's most widely consumed psychoactive drug.
- Taurine: An organic compound that is widely distributed in animal tissues. It is a major constituent of bile and can be found in the large intestine.
- Amino Acids: Organic compounds that combine to form proteins. Amino acids and proteins are fundamental components of all living cells.
- Stimulant: Substances that induce temporary improvements in either mental or physical functions or both.
- Herbal Extracts: Substances extracted from the plant (herb) and are used for their scent, flavor, or therapeutic properties.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Energy drink
- Wikipedia's article - Energy drink
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