Energy Drinks Improve Cardiac Function- At Rest

Taken together these results show that energy drinks enhance contractions of both the left and right ventricles, thereby delivering a positive effect on myocardial function,” said Dr Cameli. “This could be explained by the inotropic effect of taurine that, as previously demonstrated, stimulates the release of calcium from the sarcoplasmic reticulum.” -Heart function improved by energy drinks, says new study MY COMMENT: It remains to be seen what the effects of long-term use are and of course what happens during physical activity.