If you sometimes feel sluggish and drink beverages that boost energy and focus to get you through the day, read on. A recent study found that many common energy drinks contain an ingredient that is raising alarms in the medical field, as it has been show to feed cancer cells.

Read more about the study here.

What is Taurine?

Taurine – a naturally occurring amino acid-like compound found in the human body, particularly in the brain, heart, and muscles – plays a crucial role in various physiological functions.

Taurine is a key ingredient in many energy drinks (like Red Bull, Monster, and Rockstar) due to its potential benefits for energy and performance. It’s generally considered safe when consumed in moderate amounts (up to 3,000 mg per day). Since most energy drinks contain between 500–2,000 mg per serving, they typically stay within safe limits. However, excessive consumption of energy drinks (especially when combined with high caffeine and sugar) can lead to health risks like:

  • Increased heart rate
  • High blood pressure
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Dehydration

People with heart conditions or caffeine sensitivity should consume energy drinks cautiously.

How to Get Taurine Naturally

If you want taurine without energy drinks, it’s naturally found in:

  • Meat (beef, chicken, fish)
  • Seafood (shellfish, salmon)
  • Dairy products
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