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9. Skip energy drinks when you're tired

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Energy drinks contain up to five times more caffeine than coffee, but the boost they provide is fleeting and often comes with unpleasant side effects like nervousnes­s, irritabili­ty, and a rapid heartbeat. Energy drinks also often contain high levels of taurine, a central nervous system stimulant, and more than 50 grams of sugar per can – that's 13 teaspoons! The sweet stuff spikes blood sugar temporaril­y, only to crash soon after, leaving you sluggish and reaching for yet another energy drink.

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