Need a boost of energy? A cup of coffee and a can of caffeinated soda are considered "old school" now when it comes to getting your mid-day energy boost. From Red Bulls to the Starbucks Doubleshot, energy drinks are becoming so popular that I'm beginning to wonder, does anyone sleep?
While I've never had an energy drink myself, I have noticed as hundreds of different energy drink brands hit the grocery store shelves, and I've started to wonder, do these really work? They must work if people are still purchasing them, leading to the continuation of the energy drink craze.
Out of the variety of energy drinks out there, Red Bull takes the lead as the most commonly searched for energy drink. Other popular energy drinks include Monster, Rockstar, and Jolt. All of these drinks are developed to increase mental and physical exertion, but many people use them simply to stay awake.
Remember to drink in moderation. In the US, energy drinks have been linked to nausea, abnormal heart rhythms, and emergency room visits. Of course, you can always stick to the traditional cup of coffee, diet coke, or even some chocolate milk as an energy boost.
Do you know of any good energy drinks that did not make our list? If so, please tell us about them. Looking for an energy boost? Try searching for energy drinks on AOL Search or to purchase some energy drinks check out AOL Shopping.
Top Searched Energy Drinks on AOL Search:
1. Red Bull
2. Monster
3. Rockstar
4. AMP Energy
5. Who's Your Daddy
6. Crave
7. Full Throttle
8. Go Girl
9. Fuze
10. Jolt
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COMMENTS
You have overlooked the BEST ENERGY DRINK. It is
VERVE, a newcomer which will overtake the leaders because it has REAL benefits. It is the official drink of the Phoenix Suns, as well as other sports teams. VERVE contains a daily dose of VEMMA, possibly the planet's greatest antioxidant. It is packed the the vitamins and minerals we all need, especially athletes.
By Gene Ward on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:03PM
BOYCOTT ROCKSTAR!
Michael Savage, conservative talk show host who recently said most Autistic Children were faking thier disabilty, is a majority owner of the company. Let him be a poor heartless moron instead of a rich one.
By Tim on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:06PM
Ever heard of Mona Vie? Mona Vie is a functional beverage and is a WHOLE FOOD. There is no better way to get sustained energy than through eating right. Mona Vie contains 19 fruits, with the primary ingredient being ACAI PULP AND SKIN. Mona Vie contains no added sugar, water, or stimulants, and is made entirely from organic or wild fruit. Just 4 oz. per day = 13 servings of common fruits and vegies. Hollywood and Professional Athletes are all over it! For more info, visit www.monavie.com/mmichelsen.
By Player on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:09PM
You forgot to mention B-52.
It comes in a small can (same size as Red Bull)
and has almost exactly the same ingredients
in almost the same proportions as Red Bull.
The biggest difference is the price (only 99 cents a can (half the price of Red Bull). Actually here in New York City where Red Bull ranges from 2 - 3 dollars a can, it's less than half price.
In my opinion, it taste better than Red Bull because it doesn't leave any aftertaste.
I like to drink it when I stay up late writing songs on my Kalimba http://www.HughTraceyKalimba.com
Cheers!
By Carl Willoughby on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:44PM
These drinks are not good at all for your body.
By jfrdricks on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:08PM
try function alternate energy. all natural and gives you sustainable energy unlike other energy drinks that just spike you temporarily
By meghan on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:08PM
I switched from sugar energy drinks to a natural ingredient energy drink thats jam packed with vitamins and minerals. Wow insanely healthy energy. The name is Verve. www.vemmabuilder.com/529039005
By Eric Hunt on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:10PM
Try Function's Alternative Energy. It is all natural, is sustainable energy versus they other energy drinks which just give you a temporary spike, and then you crash
By meghan on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:10PM
I take Bazi. It, not only, gives me a burst of energy but it provides all the vitamins and minerals that you need in a liquid form. The eight superfruits included in Bazi provide many benefits including:
- it has a calmative effect
- it enhances the strength of cell recreation
- it provides the body with many antioxidents to keep you healthy
If you'd like to research Bazi got to the following website: www.drinkbazi.com/rrosdal
By Rich Rosdal on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:47PM
Hello, you are missing one of the best energy drinks out there. It's called the "Bull-It", and unlike the other ones, it doesn't make you visit emergency rooms, and give you irregular heart rhythms!!!
Why don't you just Bull-It then...
By Rama Morovati on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:14PM
Monster is the best enerygy drink!!!!!!!
By Rocky Blaze on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:20PM
Verve is the best Energy Drink in the world. hands down. 12 Vitamins, 67 Minerals, mangosteen and aloe vera. Check it out www.myverve.com/bonneville
By tbonneville on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:21PM
The best with clinical studies to prove it! VEMMA Nutritions "Verve" Energy drink. Healthiest energy on market! Great Taste! Stay away from those Red Bulls etc.!
By Donna Richeson on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:35PM
www.drinkact.com/700 Is the most healthiest and probably safest Energy drink on the market today.
By David on Sep 4th 2008 at 7:52PM
One very good energy drink is NOS by Coke. It comes in Blue bottles that sometimes have an extra cap on them to make them look like bottle of NOS. Very nice citric passionfruit taste to it and really does give you one heck of an energy boost.
By Energy Crazy on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:30PM
Verve from Vemma nutrutions...The best! Check the stats! www.myverve.com/donnar
By Donna Richeson on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:51PM
energy drinks i like
nos
amp
rawdog
lost
sobe
kronik
joker
dna
inked
monster choas
By aaron on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:30PM
Your research showed the most popular searched energry drinks, however it is not in correlation to the most-purchased energry drinks. There is one drink hidden in between Red Bull and Monster, in consumer popularity. This energy drink is XS. With no sugar, twelve flavors, 0g of carbs, and 8 calories or less, it's no wonder this brand is almost as popular as Red Bull. If you're reading this and want to learn more, head to http://twilliams58.qhealthzone.com/ or send me an email to learn more about XS energy drinks, a better alternative to Red Bull or Monster.
By williamst2006 on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:32PM
HEALTH HEALTH HEALTH AND NATURALL ??? HELL YES TRY THE NEW >>>STRONG AND NATURAL REDBULL COLA
By Breeze on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:32PM
these drinks just lead to drugs! and who cares? not even you, long as everyone is making money.
By mary on Sep 4th 2008 at 3:39PM