The energy drink industry brings in over 9 billion dollars a year, so it’s evident that many of us turn to these sugary beverages when we need an energy jolt. But have you ever wondered what’s actually in your drink and if the ingredients are good or bad for you?

Almost every energy drink has its own “energy blend” of proprietary ingredients, and keep in mind that manufacturers aren’t required to tell you how much of each ingredient their specific product contains.

Here, we break down some of the most common ingredients, what they are and how Proper Wild is different from your everyday energizer.

Let’s dive in!

Caffeine

Everyone knows what caffeine is. It’s the reason we are so obsessed with coffee and it’s the sole reason many of us are able to get out of bed in the morning and actually get going with our day. It also happens to be the main source of energy in many popular energy drinks.

Caffeine is arguably the most widely used drug on the planet and has been used for centuries for its stimulating effects. It works by boosting the central nervous system, giving the body a sense of alertness. It also raises blood pressure, raises heart rate, and can work as a diuretic in large quantities.

Many individuals experience negative side effects above 400 mg (the recommended daily safe dose), which include heart palpitations, nausea, insomnia, headaches, and most commonly, the jitters.

One of the lesser-known facts surrounding this popular stimulant is that there are many sources of caffeine. Some of the sources are natural, plant-based caffeine, while others are synthetically produced.

Synthetically produced caffeine is made from pharmaceutical plants in China, which happens to be the most popular source of caffeine in most energy drinks on the market and is absorbed by the body a little differently than naturally occurring caffeine.

Synthetic caffeine is absorbed by the bloodstream at a much faster rate, which will give your body the energy that you crave very fast, however, synthetic caffeine will also lead to a much quicker crash accompanied by that dreaded headache.

Caffeine that comes from naturally occurring sources is absorbed by the body at a much more sustainable rate, so it is able to provide sustainable energy all day long without the crash like Seismic6.

That’s why we only use plant based organic caffeine to cultivate each drink The natural caffeine will provide you with clean, long-lasting energy that will keep you productive throughout the day.

Caffeine

Taurine

Another common ingredient found in many energy drinks is taurine.

Taurine is an amino acid found in animal tissue that scientists discovered in ox bile in the 1820’s. Our bodies naturally make taurine, and you can get it from eating things like fish and meat. While it’s thought to be vital in some body development, the truth is that there is actually no real evidence that taurine provides energy at all.

Okay, so why is it in most energy drinks, then?

The addition of taurine in most energy drinks is likely due to the effect it is “thought” to have on athletic and mental performance. Healthy mental wellness is important and that is why we use L-Taurine in our Seismic6.

Sugar and Sugar Substitutes

Glucose happens to be the body’s primary source of energy, and since standard energy drinks contain a lot of sugar, they, therefore, can provide a lot of energy.

However, too much sugar has been linked to diabetes, obesity, and can spike insulin levels, which often leads to a sugar-crash after about an hour or so.

Recently, some energy drink brands have introduced “diet” versions of their products that include the same artificial sweeteners used in popular soft drinks, but the truth is that artificial sweeteners are no good either and have been linked to metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and obesity.

We have done something remarkable because are drinks contain zero grams of added sugar -- which is pretty rare to find these days!

Proper Wild sweetens each energy shot with natural juices and never anything artificial. This way, you can experience a clean, smooth, and natural taste without the junk.

As we mentioned a little earlier, we only use ingredients backed by science, so it’s easy to see why they don’t use any unwanted potentially dangerous ingredients in any of our clean all-day energy drinks.

B-Vitamins

B vitamins show up in many different forms in commercial energy drinks, such as folic acid, niacin, and riboflavin. Vitamin B12 may benefit your body in impressive ways, such as by boosting your energy, improving your memory and helping prevent heart disease. Vitamin B12 is needed for the production of serotonin, a chemical responsible for regulating mood. Vitamin B12 supplements may help improve mood in people with an existing deficiency. This is why we use B-12 in our Seismic6 clean energy drink.

L- Theanine

L-Theanine is an amino acid that has been shown to calm the brain to enhance concentration. This powerful amino acid comes from tea leaves, and green tea has the highest concentrations.

Seismic 6 uses L-theanine combined with our plant based caffeine is what makes our Clean, All-Day Energy drink so beneficial.

A Final Word

While ingredients in energy drinks have been widely studied, others haven’t, and manufacturers are using mainly anecdotal evidence as a justification of their use in their products.

At Seismic 6 we believe in clean and simple ingredients that are backed by science and designed to maximize your productivity.

If you want to experience caffeine the way it should be without the added sugar, junk, or preservatives, try one of our amazing Clean All-Day Seismic6 Energy Drink today.