Assessment of nutritional content of energy drinks sold in Choba, rivers state, Nigeria
Abstract
Energy drinks have gained widespread popularity, particularly among young adults, due to their perceived ability to boost energy, alertness, and performance. However, concerns about their nutritional composition and potential health implications continue to rise. This study was conducted to evaluate the nutritional composition of selected energy drinks sold in Choba, Rivers State, Nigeria under standard laboratory conditions. The aim was to determine the levels of caffeine, sugar, crude fat, crude protein, crude fiber, and carbohydrate in the sampled brands. Laboratory analyses were carried out using established analytical procedures for proximate and chemical composition. The findings revealed that caffeine content varied significantly (p
Fields of Study & Subjects
Coffee research and impacts
Food Nutrient Composition and Product Development
Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Global Journal of Agricultural Science
- Volume
- 25
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 1–8
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN