What is in your popular Lo-Carb Energy Drink? Carbonated Water Your Lo Carb Energy Drinks are comprised of Carbonated Water, and a series of weak additives that mostly are used as food preservatives. The only plant derived things in a Monster is a Root Ginseng Extract, and Guarana Extract. The Guarana Extract is not listed in any measurement. There is a reason why you can buy these “Energy” drinks on sale at convenience stores…there is no real energy in the drinks. It’s carbonated water with chemicals and two plants. The Caffeine is not from natural sources. Scientifically speaking, you can not have real energy without “Carbohydrates!” Figure that one out when the Carbs are listed as 3g on the can I am reviewing. The fake sugars trick you into thinking you have energy, and then the crash comes! The “Natural Flavors” are not listed by ingredient…so what is natural about the flavor. Well look at the masking sugar substitutes, and you will get the base of the flavor along with corn starch. The Energy Blend The “Energy” is comprised of Glucose, and then L-Carnitine, which are both pretty basic and easy to come by. The 2500mg of “Energy” also includes Inositol, something that scientific research deems as non-essential for human nutrition. Further, Maltodextrin is basically corn starch, and is also listed as part of the “energy blend.” Maltodextrin is absorbed by the body immediately and along with the fake sugars and processed caffeine is part of the reason for the “crash” you receive about forty minutes after you drink one of these products. Glucuronolactone is the last of the “Energy Blend. Rumor goes on to say that Glucuronolactone was banned due to several brain tumor-related deaths back in the 1970’s. No scientific proof of this, but why even try?!!! The Ingredients Below are all of the listed ingredients in a very popular Lo Carb “Energy Drink.” We are what we eat. What we eat should also be fuel. The FOOD we put in our bodies should produce energy. What we put in our body should be nutritional. We are all comprised of cells. I think we forget that we are a living, breathing organism! Remember, 1/4 of what we eat keeps us alive (it does not necessarily keep us healthy), 3/4 of what Americans eat keeps the pharmaceutical companies, big government, and doctors in business! Glucose Glucose is a ubiquitous fuel in biology. It is used as an energy source in most organisms, from bacteria to humans. Glucose is a primary source of energy for the brain, and hence its availability influences psychological processes. When glucose is low, psychological processes requiring mental effort. Citric Acid Citric acid is a weak organic acid, and it is a natural preservative and is also used to add an acidic, or sour, taste to foods and soft drinks. In biochemistry, it is important as an intermediate in the citric acid cycle and therefore occurs in the metabolism of virtually all-living things. It can also be used as an environmentally benign cleaning agent. Where does the Citric Acid come from in this beverage? No citrus fruits are listed. Natural Flavors What are these natural flavors? No fruit or berries are listed as an ingredient on the can???Taurine Taurine is an organic acid. It is also a major constituent of bile and can be found in the lower intestine and in small amounts in the tissues of many animals. Taurine is necessary for normal skeletal muscle functioning…but humans naturally produce Taurine. Sodium Citrate It possesses a saline, or mildly tart, flavor. Trisodium citrate is chiefly used as a food additive, usually for flavor or as a preservative.Color Added Where is the color added from? No ingredients or dye’s are listed???Panax Ginseng Root Extract “Panax” is the “Genus” of the Ginseng Family. Ginseng has a healing effect, as well as a stimulant quality. Caffeine In humans, caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant, having the effect of temporarily warding off drowsiness and restoring alertness. The caffeine in these drinks either originates from the ingredients used or is an additive derived from the product of decaffeination or from chemical synthesis. Sorbic Acid Sorbic Acid is a natural organic compound used as a food preservative. Sorbic acid and its mineral salts, such as sodium sorbate, potassium sorbate and calcium sorbate, are antimicrobial agents often used as preservatives in food and drinks to prevent the growth of mold, yeast and fungi. In general, the salts are preferred over the acid form because they are more soluble in water.Sucralose Sucralose is a zero-calorie sugar substitute artificial sweetener. Sucralose is approximately 600 times as sweet as sucrose (table sugar),[2] twice as sweet as saccharin, and 3.3 times as sweet as aspartame. It is manufactured by the selective chlorination of sucrose (table sugar), which converts three of the hydroxyl groups to chlorides.Benzoic Acid This weak acid and its salts are used as a food preservative. Benzoic acid is an important precursor for the synthesis of many other organic substances. Benzoic acid is used to make a large number of chemicals!!! Benzoic acid is present as part of hippuric acid (N-Benzoylglycine) in urine of mammals, especially herbivores. L-Carnitine In living cells, it is required for the transport of fatty acids from the cytosol into the mitochondria during the breakdown of lipids (or fats) for the generation of metabolic energyNicotinamide Nicotinamide has demonstrated the ability to block the inflammatory actions of the body. It is also known to help with skin disorders such as acne. It is not a naturally occurring substance. Acesulfame Potassium Acesulfame potassium is a calorie-free artificial sweetener. Acesulfame K is often blended with other sweeteners (usually sucralose or aspartame). These blends are reputed to give a more sugar-like taste whereby each sweetener masks the other’s aftertaste, and/or exhibits a synergistic effect by which the blend is sweeter than its components.Sodium Chloride Sodium Chloride is commonly used as a food preservative…it’s salt. Glucuronolactone Glucuronolactone is a naturally occurring chemical produced by the metabolism of glucose in the human liver. It is an important structural component of nearly all connective tissues. Glucuronolactone is also found in many plant gums. It has received some notoriety due to urban legends that it was a Vietnam War-era drug manufactured by the American government. The rumor goes on to say that it was banned due to several brain tumor-related deaths.Inositol Is an isomeric alcohol found in the Vitamin B complex. There is no evidence that it is a dietary essential for human beings.Guarana Seed Extract Guarana may indeed boost energy, since its main ingredient is guaranine, which is chemically identical to caffeine.Pyridoxine Hydrochloride A crystalline compound, decomposing at about 208°C; used in medicine in vitamin therapy. Also known as pyridoxal hydrochloride; vitamin B6 hydrochloride. Your body does not absorb this chemical, and we hope it gets peed out! Riboflavin Riboflavin is the principal growth-promoting factor in the vitamin B complex. Also known as vitamin B2. Riboflavin is involved in a wide range of oxidation reactions, of fats, carbohydrates, and amino acids. Maltodextrin Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide that is used as a food additive. It is hydrolysate produced from starch and is usually found as a creamy-white hygroscopic spray dried powder. Maltodextrin is easily digestible, being absorbed as rapidly as glucose, and might be either moderately sweet or almost flavorless. It is basically a Corn Starch with no nutritional benefits. Cyanocobalamin It is Vitamin B-12, and is the easiest to crystallize and therefore easiest to purify after it is produced by bacterial fermentation. Cyanocobalamin usually does not even occur in nature, and is not one of the forms of the vitamin which is directly used in the human bodyNote: Remember that certain processing, as with sugar and white flour, tends to significantly reduce B vitamin content. Certain things such as “Corn Starch” can drain the power of any Vitamin B Complex.

Antioxidants. Are they important?

Yes, they fight free radical damage that can lead to disease. They also support the immune system and they promote overall wellness, energy and vitality. Categorically, antioxidant protection is the best protection for human health.

But are all antioxidants the same?

Absolutely not. For the best in boosting energy, essential nutrition, and protection from today’s common health problems, you need the richest, all-natural botanical sources of nature’s antioxidant nutrients. Look no further than the KonaRed™ Coffee Cherry.KonaRed™ Coffee Cherry: Our flagship antioxidant also known as the “coffee berry”, the Red Coffee Cherry™ has exploded on the health scene as an antioxidant-rich super food. For centuries, natives in various cultures have revered the health-promoting properties of the Kona Red Coffee Cherry™ and seed (or the bean, as it’s known today). The KonaRed™ Coffee Cherry is rich in antioxidant compounds such as polyphenos, and is a terrific source of other nutrients, including polysaccharides. The KonaRed™ Coffee Cherry anti-oxidant nutrients have been known to offer phenomenal protective benefits to humans, including: * Helps resist sun damage * Delays aging by neutralizing free radicals and relieving systemic stress * Boosts mood and energy * Curbs apetiteGlucosamine: The only primary ingredient that is not a fruit, glucosamine is proven to help minimize joint discomfort and improve joint flexibility and mobility. Add this to the energy-boosting abilities of the other ingredients, and you’ll be able to enjoy an even more active lifestyle.Superblend: A harmonious blend of the Acai berry, Aronia berry, Elderberry, and the Concord grape.Acai berry: Acai recently exploded on the health scene and became very popular for its health benefits and unique taste. Not only is it rich in antioxidant compounds, it also delivers essential fats, amino acids and several essential vitamins and minerals.Aronia berry: Another emerging super fruit, Aronia possesses potent antioxidants such as proanthocyanins and quinic acid.Elderberry: Research shows that elderberry is an excellent source of various antioxidant nutrients, including anthocyanins and flavonoids. The berry has been used in various cultures around the world for a variety of conditions and as a general tonic.Concord grape: Grapes contain resveratrol, a potent antioxidant nutrient that has garnered the attention of scientists everywhere. Grapes also provide a rich source of flavonoids and proanthocyanins.

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