Doctors warn against energy drink consumption among teenagers

SPOKANE — Energy drinks are popular among teenagers, but one family says these drinks led to their daughter’s death.

A family in Texas has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a popular energy drink brand, claiming the drink is marketed toward teens and did not warn about health risks.

Dr. Matthew Loh, a pediatrician from MultiCare, says teenagers should be drinking less than 100 milligrams of caffeine a day. Energy drinks like Alani Nu have more than double that amount…

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