Other Consequences
The research goes on to highlight the public health implications of greater number of individuals who are “wide awake drunk” after spending a night partying.
The research team collated data on over six hundred and fifty college students over a four semester period.
The students answered a number of questions each day relating to consumption of alcohol and energy drinks.
They were also asked about if they had experienced any negative consequences ranging from hangovers through to situations where they had gotten into trouble.
The findings of the research suggest that the consumption of energy drinks mixed with alcohol could lead to”lead to heavier drinking and more serious alcohol-related problems.”
The study concluded with the suggestion that “prevention strategies” should be considered to reduce the “negative consequences” this drinking habit can promote.
While this research focused only on college students who may be considered to be the least responsible group of alcohol drinkers, it does provide some thought provoking information for those who enjoy mixing their energy drinks with alcohol.
You may consider this a personal preference, but it is worth considering whether you are drinking more alcohol as a result, which would obviously have health consequences in the short and long term.