Celsius causes brain fog

Question

Celsius and other caffeinated drinks can lead to brain fog and fatigue.

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Based on the claim above, Celsius and other caffeinated drinks can lead to brain fog and fatigue" after visiting the link provided and reading the Article it provides many examples on how caffeine can Effect your sleep, and be used as a source for energy, but the Article does state "The condition known as brain fog is a little hard to define because it's not an actual clinically diagnosed condition." throughout the Arcticle it does not provide any exact evidence that continuously drinking these drinks will cause any long-term brain problems but it can have a serious effect on personal mood and ability to function without. After digging deeper I found out by reading the "Essential Facts - CELSIUS" website It is shown that a celsius has about 200mg of caffeine which is the 60mg less then a grande Starbucks drink, which are more more popularly drinken.

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good job comparing the drinks amount of caffeine to other popular drinks, and making the point that all energy drinks will have high amounts of caffeine so one is not really any better the the other. Something to add could be where you saw that last claim about the RedBull.

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Good analysis of the claim. I agree in the fact that they were using the million dollar brand Celsius as click-bate. As well as not providing an actual foundation of evidence to prove that specifically Celsius is known to cause Brain Fog. good job!

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Celsius, which contains caffeine, when you drink more than the recommended amount can lead to brain fog, but this can happen with any product/drink that contains caffeine. The article specifically states that as well. There are many reasons the article lists how caffeine affects you in the long term when you aren't moderating the amount you are taking.

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Number 2
Claim: Celsius causes brain fog
This claim explores why celsius may cause brain fog and other symptoms when drunk regularly. It all boils down to caffeine in general, however celsius has a couple other key ingredients that are also used in excess such as sugar which is what makes it so unhealthy. The mix of sugar and caffeine can lead to serious side effects if the customer consumes too much and one side effect is brain fog. The article provided below does not address celsius in particular, however the general concepts of it can be applied to the drink celsius. I have linked below another article that also talks about the dangerous amount of caffeine in celsius while touching on a couple points made by the FDA. Overall the claim is backed up by many reliable sources.
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/are-energy-drinks-bad-for-you

Answer 1

This claim could kind of go in either direction, because while it is true that caffeinated drinks can lead to fatigue if over-consumed or consumed at the wrong time, there isn't a chemical component in these drinks that will inevitably cause this. Your article provided, Live Strong, is not a primary source that held a true experiment or study with Celsius or other caffeinated drinks, instead it made weak claims that sort of tie in to the main idea but also don't. The author is does not have experience in any form of science, especially not nutritional science, which can be a tell tale sign that they don't have the credibility to make these claims. The underlying truth of the article is that if taken at the wrong time, or if taken too much, caffeine can seriously mess with your body's ability to sleep properly which in turn leads to fatigue and brain fog. It does not say, however, that these drinks will cause this. So in a way your claim is true, caffeinated drinks CAN lead to fatigue but only if consumed against the recommended usage.

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This is a very good fact-check. I agree that this claim is exaggerated because while caffeine can have negative effects on your body, it won't always.

Answer 2

The question is asking if "Celsius and other caffeinated drinks can lead to brain fog and fatigue."  Generally I would agree but this isn’t always the case and depends on individual factors. Caffeine does boosts alertness, but for some people, it can lead to fatigue or “crashes” afterward, especially if they consume high amounts or have a low tolerance. (For me this is the case) The title of the article is somewhat clickbaity because it implies a guaranteed outcome. A more accurate statement would be that caffeine may lead to brain fog and fatigue, depending on individual reactions.The Livestrong article offers general health advice but isn't a primary scientific source. It’s helpful for accessible insights but should ideally be cross-checked with more reliable, research-backed sources when evaluating claims about caffeine, brain fog, and fatigue.

A good source would be Mayo Clinic. They note that caffeine can disrupt sleep and, in some cases, lead to fatigue or mental fogginess, especially if consumed in excess or irregularly. Mayo Clinic on caffeine effects.

Answer 3

The way you re-titled the article made it seem more misleading than it really is. The original article is claiming that caffeinated drinks (including celsius) CAN cause brain fog, not that it does with certainty. 

There are various links to different sites scattered within the article proving and further explaining their claim, although I believe they may have over exaggerated for clicks. The sites provided by the author are a little untrustworthy seeing as most the links provided are .com rather than a more trustworthy .org. An article I found further exploring this topic is https://www.verywellhealth.com/brain-fog-8363295

The heading of the article is definitely over exaggerating for clicks, although they share some truth, it is a bit of a stretch.

Answer 4

The claim, "Celsius and other caffeinated drinks can lead to brain fog and fatigue."

Without evidence that can back it up, makes this claim misleading or not supported by actual science. When making claims about possible health concerns there needs to be some form of evidence from a reliable source. 

After reading this claim and doing some of my own research into the subject, I found that that there is no direct evidence to support the claim that Celsius drinks cause brain fog (1). However, it important to note that excessive caffeine intake can lead to side effects such as anxiety, increased heart rate, and nervousness, which might be mistaken for brain fog (2). It's always best to consume energy drinks like Celsius in moderation to avoid potential negative effects (3).

(1) https://neurolaunch.com/does-celsius-cause-(2) https://healthnews.com/nutrition/healthy-eating/is-celsius-bad-for-you-a-dietitian-answers/(3) https://www.bing.com/search?q=Celsius+Drinks+brain+fog&toWww=1&redig=7A9483F91B0B45908F7CC4830A8AB99F 

Answer 5

Brain fog cannot be attributed to Celsius, let alone energy drinks in general. Celsius contained 200mg of caffeine per can, which is just as much, if not less, more caffeine than a venti coffee at Starbucks. The Celsius website contains a full description and evaluation of their energy drinks, ranging from ingredients, common misconceptions, and approval of the FDA regarding their products as well as the NIH. However, there may be other energy drinks that could result in "crashes" or "brain fog", but that could be due to any other causes such as a lack of sleep. 

https://www.celsius.com/essential-facts/

Answer 6

This article claims that drinking Celsius can lead to brain fog. 

Throughout the article, it talks about how brain fog is caused by more than just drinking a caffeinated beverage. Brain fog can be caused by a number of things, such as, lack of sleep, mental health conditions, or stress. According to UnityPoint Health, "Dr. Stein says getting the right nutrients through a healthy diet, prioritizing sleep and exercising to sharpen concentration are three things to start with." While caffeine can be one of the factors that causes brain fog, it is more linked to getting enough sleep and eating healthy foods. According to LiveStrong.com, caffeine can be beneficial to your health, if not too much is taken, "it can even improve cognitive ability for some people — but, like any stimulant, it should be used responsibly." 

This claim was intended to draw in the reader, getting them to click onto the article. While, yes, caffeine can cause brain fog if too much is taken, caffeine is not the leading cause of brain fog.

https://www.livestrong.com/article/440331-caffeine-brain-fog/

https://www.unitypoint.org/news-and-articles/how-to-think-clearly-again-natural-fixes-for-brain-fog

Answer 7

This article is very misleading. While the article presented does discuss caffeine and brain fog the brand Celsius or any other large caffeine brand is not mentioned. Studies can prove that caffeine may lead to less sleep, but it does not prove that drinking Celsius leads to brain fog or is related directly to brain fog. Caffeinated drinks themselves have evidence to contributing to sleep deprivation which in turn may lead to brain fog and fatigue. During my researching I discovered Celsius does contain more caffeine compared to other energy drinks which may lead to other health problems, but not relating to brain fog. There is no evidence in terms of celsius causing brain fog. Improving sleep hygiene such as reducing caffeine intake can help relieve brain fog and fatigue. Therefore, while the article does hold some true statements it is exaggerated and misleading to the idea that Celsius causes brain fog.

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Do you have any sources? Did you find any additional information besides that included in the claim?

Answer 8

The claim Celsius and other caffeinated drinks can lead to brain fog and fatigue is a little exaggerated since the article written by Dylan Rouche states that any type of caffeinated product can lead to brain fog. 

In the article Dylan wrote, he goes into detail about how drinking caffeine can not only lead to brain fog but also affect sleep patterns and, to an extent, everyday life.  Not only that, but he lists many other ways different patterns in your life can affect brain fog. He backs it up with a variety of studies, one of which is how caffeine intake affects sleep based on how many hours before you have taken caffeine. The study done by  Christopher L. Drake depicts how age and gender also affect how your body reacts to the caffeine in your body. 

Dylan doesn’t discourage people from drinking caffeine, he warns people to take the recommended amount of caffeine and getting enough sleep daily. He also states how keeping a healthy lifestyle will reduce the beginning effects of brain fog. Taking care of your body properly and watching your intake will result in a healthy way to overall consume caffeine.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3805807/

https://www.livestrong.com/article/13720162-how-sleep-affects-your-body/