- The WHO warned that high-caffeine energy drinks are being widely consumed and aggressively marketed to children and could lead to significant public health problems in the future as children are more susceptible to the harmful effects of caffeine intoxication. - A review of medical evidence found that concerns about potential adverse health effects of energy drinks on things like heart palpitations, high blood pressure, and even death in rare cases are valid. - Experts are warning of dangers but energy drinks are rarely restricted from children unlike tobacco and alcohol.