Children’s and adolescents’ consumption of sports drinks is increasing. Given the already elevated levels of added sugar in the American diet and its detrimental impact on health, the increased consumption of sports drinks among youths in recent years is of growing concern for parents, health professionals, and public health advocates. This research review examines the evidence about children’s and adolescents’ consumption of sports drinks and the related health and policy implications.
Consumption of Sports Drinks by Children and Adolescents. An Issue Brief
Published: June 2012
ID #: 1060
Publisher: Healthy Eating Research
Authors: Story M, Klein L
Focus Areas: Beverages, Food & Beverage Marketing, School & After School
Age Groups: Preschool-age children (ages 3 to 5), Elementary-age children (grades K to 5), Young adolescents (grades 6 to 8), Adolescents (grades 9 to 12)
Resource Type: Research Brief
Keywords: Competitive foods, Digital marketing, Food advertising, Food formulation, Media, Physical activity, Social media, Sugar-sweetened beverages, Water
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