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Carly Lewis-Oduntan

Are caffeine drinks ‘status symbols’ for our teens? We investigate the Monster generation

A teenage boy sips on a caffeine energy drink while gaming in his bedroom.

Energy drinks have transformed from a quick lethargy fix into a badge of coolness for today's teenagers. However, with sales soaring, the question arises: should we be more concerned about their growing popularity among young people?

Parenting teenagers is already a minefield, filled with worries about social media, academic pressures and communication challenges. Now, it seems parents have a new concern to add to their list: monitoring their teens' caffeine intake.

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