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Published in: BMC Public Health 1/2016

Open Access 01-12-2015 | Research article

Awareness of energy drink intake guidelines and associated consumption practices: a cross-sectional study

Authors: Amy Peacock, Nicolas Droste, Amy Pennay, Peter Miller, Dan I. Lubman, Raimondo Bruno

Published in: BMC Public Health | Issue 1/2016

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Abstract

Background

Despite concern regarding harms of energy drink (ED) consumption, no research has been conducted to determine awareness and compliance with ED intake guidelines displayed on product packaging in Australia (a novel approach internationally).

Methods

A convenience sample of 1922 people completed an online survey. Participants reported their knowledge of maximum recommended daily ED intake according to Australian guidelines.

Results

Guideline awareness was reported by 38, 23 and 19 % of past year consumers, lifetime, and non-consumers, respectively. Amongst past year consumers, ‘accurate estimators’ reported greater ED intake and were more likely to exceed intake guidelines and consume alcohol mixed with ED (AmED). After controlling for demographics and frequency of use, guideline awareness predicted increased likelihood of exceeding guidelines in ED sessions, but was not associated with exceeding ED guidelines in AmED sessions.

Conclusions

Australia is considered to have the most stringent regulatory approach to EDs internationally. However, advisory statements are not associated with greater awareness and compliance with intake guidelines. Failure to comply with standards for efficacious product labelling, and absence of broader education regarding guidelines, needs to be addressed.
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Metadata
Title
Awareness of energy drink intake guidelines and associated consumption practices: a cross-sectional study
Authors
Amy Peacock
Nicolas Droste
Amy Pennay
Peter Miller
Dan I. Lubman
Raimondo Bruno
Publication date
01-12-2015
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
BMC Public Health / Issue 1/2016
Electronic ISSN: 1471-2458
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-015-2685-2

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