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EPISODE · Jul 22, 2026 · 4 MIN

Energy drinks are a favourite among many teenagers, but are they doing more harm than good? England is moving to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s, citing growing health concerns.

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Energy drinks are a favourite among many teenagers, but are they doing more harm than good? England is moving to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s, citing growing health concerns. Could this be the kind of intervention needed to protect young people, and should South Africa be considering a similar move? GUEST: Elske Rich, Dietitian and Spokesperson for The Association of Dietetics in South Africa

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Energy drinks are a favourite among many teenagers, but are they doing more harm than good? England is moving to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s, citing growing health concerns.

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