Zero Sugar Energy Drinks

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  • jdlifsey
    jdlifsey Posts: 22 Member
    I like Monster Lo Carb (blue) energy drinks. I sometimes also drink the Monster Zero Ultra (white) energy drinks. I can't drink the green Monster drinks....way too much sugar and it puts me to sleep in about 2.5 hours. If you caffeinated drinks (to keep you awake because of lower carbs)...try BANG drinks. It has double the caffeine as Monster or Red Bull....I haven't tried them yet.
  • _Fluff
    _Fluff Posts: 28 Member
    I love Bang drinks. They taste less chemical-like, and don't overdo it on sweetener. I'm always afraid they're going to get discontinued and I'll have to go back to tea-flavored Monster.
  • AnvilHead
    AnvilHead Posts: 18,343 Member
    RedPowder wrote: »
    TavistockToad wrote: »
    'Bad' in what way? It's just caffeine?

    Additives? Caffeine ? Why do more people not drink them if they’re just craving something sweet?

    I don't drink them simply because I can't stand the taste of any of them. I've tried a bunch of different ones over the years and they all taste nasty to me. If I want something sweet to drink, I'll either have a diet soda or iced tea with artificial sweetener in it.
  • cheekitty
    cheekitty Posts: 101 Member
    Monster Ultra is my treat to myself. I love coffee, but I prefer it with lots of sweeteners, and the sugar-free Monster satisfies the desire for sweet with my caffeine. (It's the only carbonated beverage I drink regularly)

    I find that people - using the term generally - like to feel moralistic or like they have the high ground on something. Energy drinks have a reputation of being popular with gamers, and the stereotype they think of are people that spend all their time participating in sedentary activities, drinking sugary soda and eating snacks.

    I haven't noticed that Monster really impacts my weight loss. I stopped it a few months ago to see if it was related to a sleep issue I was having and noticed no difference after 6 weeks.

    So yeah, if you like the sugar free stuff, by all means! If you feel weird after drinking it, be smart and aware of your own body.
  • DanHebson
    DanHebson Posts: 1 Member
    I used to drink roughly 4-5 cans of green monster which obviously contributed to a lot of my weight gain. When i decided to lose weight i switched over to the Monster Ultra which is only 11kcal a can and still consistently lost 2lb a week for 2 years. Whether it's healthy or not is another matter, so if the only thing you care about is it impacting weight loss then have no fear and drink away my friend.
  • Fitnessgirl0913
    Fitnessgirl0913 Posts: 481 Member
    I enjoy an energy drink when I am rushed in the morning and do not have time for coffee. I like the "Bang" brand, they are 0 calories and lots of tasty flavors. I buy a case at GNC for when I need one on occasion. I also like "Amino Energy" by optimum nutrition, 5 calories and the peach lemonade flavor is quite tasty.
  • stareeeyed1
    stareeeyed1 Posts: 10 Member
    Caffeine is an addictive drug ... *sings* just like nicotine, heroine, morphine ... (ok the song's cute, but a bit overboard haha) and the human brain is geared towards sweetness affecting our pleasure centers, artificial sweetners are often technically sweeter than naturally sweetened beverages so one might extraoplate that the combination promotes obsessive (if not maybe a little bit addictive) behaviors regarding the beverage. I think anything you can't do in proper balance and moderation can be an issue long term, but if you enjoy them now and then a low cal option would cut down on the calories. I use low cal sweetners in my tea when I'm out I'm not dead yet.
  • Quasita
    Quasita Posts: 1,530 Member
    I use Monster Ultra Violet on a daily basis. The biggest thing about using energy drinks on a regular basis is about the fact that the high vitamin content with caffeine can make a person more prone to developing things like kidney stones unless they make a point to drink adequate water.

    If you're drinking more than one can a day, it would be prudent to drink more then 8 glasses of water a day to accommodate the higher water soluble vitamins.

    I've had no relative issues myself. I have some B vitamin deficiencies, so they help me supply my supplemental dietary needs... but I also drink a LOT of water every day. I catch a lot of flak from people about my usage but really, they aren't particularly more caffeinated than sodas in general.

    What I will say though is that if you are finding yourself chronically tired/fatigued and in need of an energy boost, you might try exploring the possibility of being under nourished from a vitamin perspective or dehydrated... Especially if your body seems to be addicted to these drinks. A lot of people starting out in a healthy lifestyle change are chronically dehydrated and have a misunderstanding as to what is generating their general lack of energy. Drinking a lot of caffeinated beverages without supplying good water and food balance will feed that fatigue cycle more than help it.
  • CharlieBeansmomTracey
    CharlieBeansmomTracey Posts: 7,682 Member
    Quasita wrote: »
    I use Monster Ultra Violet on a daily basis. The biggest thing about using energy drinks on a regular basis is about the fact that the high vitamin content with caffeine can make a person more prone to developing things like kidney stones unless they make a point to drink adequate water.

    If you're drinking more than one can a day, it would be prudent to drink more then 8 glasses of water a day to accommodate the higher water soluble vitamins.

    I've had no relative issues myself. I have some B vitamin deficiencies, so they help me supply my supplemental dietary needs... but I also drink a LOT of water every day. I catch a lot of flak from people about my usage but really, they aren't particularly more caffeinated than sodas in general.

    What I will say though is that if you are finding yourself chronically tired/fatigued and in need of an energy boost, you might try exploring the possibility of being under nourished from a vitamin perspective or dehydrated... Especially if your body seems to be addicted to these drinks. A lot of people starting out in a healthy lifestyle change are chronically dehydrated and have a misunderstanding as to what is generating their general lack of energy. Drinking a lot of caffeinated beverages without supplying good water and food balance will feed that fatigue cycle more than help it.

    even excessive soda intake can cause kidney stones. dr told my daughters friend to cut down on soda because it was causing her stones. she stopped and hasnt had an issue. but some people are prone to kidney stones more than others and for some it comes down to diet too.
  • RedPowder
    RedPowder Posts: 44 Member
    Quasita wrote: »
    I use Monster Ultra Violet on a daily basis. The biggest thing about using energy drinks on a regular basis is about the fact that the high vitamin content with caffeine can make a person more prone to developing things like kidney stones unless they make a point to drink adequate water.

    If you're drinking more than one can a day, it would be prudent to drink more then 8 glasses of water a day to accommodate the higher water soluble vitamins.

    I've had no relative issues myself. I have some B vitamin deficiencies, so they help me supply my supplemental dietary needs... but I also drink a LOT of water every day. I catch a lot of flak from people about my usage but really, they aren't particularly more caffeinated than sodas in general.

    What I will say though is that if you are finding yourself chronically tired/fatigued and in need of an energy boost, you might try exploring the possibility of being under nourished from a vitamin perspective or dehydrated... Especially if your body seems to be addicted to these drinks. A lot of people starting out in a healthy lifestyle change are chronically dehydrated and have a misunderstanding as to what is generating their general lack of energy. Drinking a lot of caffeinated beverages without supplying good water and food balance will feed that fatigue cycle more than help it.

    Thankfully I only have maybe two a week since starting my diet so with all the responses I’ve come to the conclusion I should be alright.
  • DancingMoosie
    DancingMoosie Posts: 8,619 Member
    I liked the limited-edition flavors they came out with a summer or two ago. There was a yellow citrus and a black cherry that were so good. There's also a brand called "Venom" that has a strawberry-apple flavor. It isn't zero calorie, but maybe 20, and really yummy. I buy them when they are on sale.
  • LINIA
    LINIA Posts: 1,159 Member
    I'd like to try the NUNN, is there one w/o the fizz ---although someone did write here that the fizz effect doesn't last long, none would be even better.
  • hroderick
    hroderick Posts: 756 Member
    I like the caffinated powder drinks like crystal light. I usually double the water and make a quart for just right flavor. One of those, a few coke zero, and 2 quarts of water is my daily drinks
  • arkieboy72472
    arkieboy72472 Posts: 1 Member
    edited July 2018
    I used to drink a bunch when I was in the service and deployed. They can make you jittery but can also cause cardiac arrithmia/arrest in high doses. As a medic, here were my hard and fast rules on them, sugar free or not: Don't drink if it is stupid hot outside or as a thirst quencher for exercise, don't drink more than 3 a day, preferably evenly spaced out, and drink at least one bottle of plain water before you have another one. Also, don't replace a meal with them. I prefer the Monster Zero Calorie in the white can. I always have something to eat with them and always have water afterward. If you're on a multi vitamin or some sort or supplement or have had arrithmias or PVCs in the past (preventricular contractions), check with a doctor before using.
  • TavistockToad
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
    paperpudding wrote: »

    Would be rather odd if they did since several of them drink Diet Coke or Pepsi max themselves.

    I've had doctors and nurses tell me to lose weight or drink less.. i am 99% certain they don't follow their own advice!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
  • paperpudding
    paperpudding Posts: 9,302 Member
    RedPowder wrote: »
    TavistockToad wrote: »
    'Bad' in what way? It's just caffeine?

    Additives? Caffeine ? Why do more people not drink them if they’re just craving something sweet?

    Me personally - because I do not like energy drinks and I do not want to consume that much caffeine.

    If I crave something sweet, I have chocolate or a cookie or ice cream or something like that.

    Different preferences, that's all.

    - just like why do more people not eat Freddo frogs( or random thing X) if they are just craving something sweet??
    Well, because different people have different preferences.
  • paperpudding
    paperpudding Posts: 9,302 Member
    TavistockToad wrote: »
    paperpudding wrote: »

    Would be rather odd if they did since several of them drink Diet Coke or Pepsi max themselves.

    I've had doctors and nurses tell me to lose weight or drink less.. i am 99% certain they don't follow their own advice!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

    Well, yes - and exercise more or whatever. ;) general advice type of things.

    But I dont expect somebody to consume something they are telling others causes brain tumours :o:*



  • evantcook
    evantcook Posts: 1 Member
    Hopefully you've gotten what you need, mate. There's a lot of good stuff in the thread. Folks are on point, in moderation there's little issue with sugar free energy drinks. Be cautious of your caffeine sensitivity and you should be golden. I LOVE coffee but that Monster Ultra Zero is a real gem.

    One worthy consideration, see if you can dig a little deeper into why you need the energy from a stimulant like caffeine. Still working on getting your general food intake in order? Not sleeping well? Stressed? Or do you just like a little extra kick?

    If it's any of the first three, don't lose sight of that.

    And if the sodium is a concern, get a little extra potassium to help balance things out.
  • TavistockToad
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
    neugebauer52 wrote: »
    When the advertising and promotion industry tries to sell me a new "healthy" alternative (which is constantly), I ask myself: does it grow on a tree? Grow underground or above ground? Can it swim, can if fly? Does it feed itself with whatever nature provides? Haven't seen soft drink cans growing anywhere (and all that other rubbish which we are constantly bombarded with.....) I know, I must be the most boring person in the world - just trying to live reasonably healthy and needing to lose lots of weight.

    so you wouldn't eat tinned veg, because its in a tin?! :huh:
  • TavistockToad
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
    paperpudding wrote: »
    TavistockToad wrote: »
    paperpudding wrote: »

    Would be rather odd if they did since several of them drink Diet Coke or Pepsi max themselves.

    I've had doctors and nurses tell me to lose weight or drink less.. i am 99% certain they don't follow their own advice!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

    Well, yes - and exercise more or whatever. ;) general advice type of things.

    But I dont expect somebody to consume something they are telling others causes brain tumours :o:*



    how many medical professionals do you think smoke?!
  • janejellyroll
    janejellyroll Posts: 25,763 Member
    kimny72 wrote: »
    janejellyroll wrote: »
    neugebauer52 wrote: »
    When the advertising and promotion industry tries to sell me a new "healthy" alternative (which is constantly), I ask myself: does it grow on a tree? Grow underground or above ground? Can it swim, can if fly? Does it feed itself with whatever nature provides? Haven't seen soft drink cans growing anywhere (and all that other rubbish which we are constantly bombarded with.....) I know, I must be the most boring person in the world - just trying to live reasonably healthy and needing to lose lots of weight.

    Avoiding anything canned because cans don't grow on trees is one of the most ridiculous dietary guidelines I've ever heard of.

    I've given this more thought. Cans are metal, which comes from underground, so we should be all good!

    Cans are an example of humans feeding themselves with what nature provides. :)
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