Gettin' big for science

Which energy drink is best for 

"getting big at the gym"

By Jason Greco

Unfortunately for me I was born naturally muscular so i don't need to "exercise", but to give back to the world I looked into what someone might use when working out.  I did some arduous research into the many commercial energy drinks that exist today.  After much consideration i selected the following beverages Monster, Red Bull, and Five Hour Energy.

Monster has the highest sugar content most of which is glucose and sucrose.  it has an 8 fluid ounce serving size which is one third of the can.  With 100 calories, 27g of carbohydrates, and 180 mg of sodium per serving.  Monster contained no significant source of fat or protein.  the only source of energy in this beverage was sugars making it an ideal drink when exercising in short periods of time, however it displayed no other sources o energy or long term use.

Red Bull like monster has a high glucose and sucrose content and the same serving size. Red Bull however has higher calories sodium, and carbohydrates.  This would give them an edge purely by concentration and quantity.  On a side note there is 1 gram of protein per serving which is not a very significant amount but still gives an edge.  Red Bull also did not contain any fats or fibers.

5 hour energy has only a 2 fluid ounce serving size. It contains very few ingredients and no source of fats, sugars, proteins, and fiber.  Five Hour Energy has only 4 calories and 18 mg of sodium.  Five Hour energy has no source of sugar and carbohydrates for energy and is for that reason inferior to the other drinks.

In conclusion Red bull with its greater amount of simple sugars while not a great choice for a workout or any other health reason triumphs over the other energy supplements that didn't have as much substance to compare with red bull. Red bull also had the most protetin and is therefore a clear winner.