Energy drinks may boost booze consumption, aftereffects

By Shereen Jegtvig NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – College students who consume energy drinks tend to drink more alcohol and having both in the same day may lead to more negative consequences, a new study says. Combining heavily caffeinated energy drinks and alcohol is a trend, especially among college students. In fact, about half of energy drink users admit to combining them with alcohol while partying. Mixing alcohol and energy drinks is a serious public health concern when compared to drinking alcohol alone.