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4 Drinking Habits You Should Avoid As You Get Older
How your body processes what you drink changes the older you get
You pay a heavy price for the wrong habits. It’s even more so if such habits impact your health adversely.
Most of us engage in bad drinking habits that cost us so much in terms of their effect on our lives, from obesity to diabetes, heart disease, and even death.
If you want to live a bit longer, you have to avoid some of these drinking habits.
Regular Intake of Energy Drinks
Energy drink consumption has risen significantly, especially among younger adults. As research shows, two-thirds of those who take energy drinks are between 13–35 years.
People take energy drinks to get an “energy boost” when they feel tired. It can also improve their physical and cognitive strengths.
But energy drinks usually contain a large amount of caffeine. And as you age, regular intakes can severely impact your health.
Studies have linked energy drinks to heart problems, and liver issues.
In one experiment, researchers examined the effects of long-term Red Bull consumption on the heart.
