According to the Doctors say that parents should not give their children minumam energized, because the content kofiennya very dangerous level.
A study published in the journal Paediatrics found energy drinks contain up to 14 times more caffeine than other soft drinks. So, this content can be regarded as 'poison' for the children.
Warning on energy drinks and sports state that they contain extra calories that most can not be burned. Energy drinks also contain sugar which can cause tooth decay.
They asked parents to give more water to their children. Water is claimed to be the best beverage for most of the children who do regular physical activity.
Energy drinks contain stimulants, including caffeine is associated with diabetes, heart problems, behavioral problems, and even premature death.
Sports drinks contain carbohydrates, minerals, and electrolytes, and is designed to replace water and electrolytes lost through sweat.
The study criticized the advertising that encourages young people to believe that sports drinks can help them reach peak physical performance.
Brand energy drinks are highlighted in the report include Red Bull, Monster and Rockstar. As for the so-called sports drinks are All Sport, Gatorade and Powerade.
Dr. Holly Benjamin, author of the report and physician at Comer Children's Hospital which is part of the University of Chicago, told the Independent, "sports beverages contain extra calories that are not necessary and children can contribute to obesity and tooth decay."
The experts called for manufacturers to make clear the difference between energy drinks and sports drinks.
Dr. Marcie Beth Schneider, a writer and member of the Committee on Nutrition American Academy of Paediatrics said, "Some kids drink energy drinks that contain large amounts of caffeine, but their purpose is only for rehabilitation after a workout.
"This means they swallow large amounts of caffeine and other stimulants can be dangerous."
He says some energy drinks can have more than 500mg of caffeine, equivalent to 14 cans of soda.
The study said that sports drinks can contain 10-70 calories per serving and up to 270 calories of energy drinks.
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