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title: "Energy drinks linked to cardiac arrest in FDA reports"
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published: "2026-11-04T14:46:17.071Z"
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# Energy drinks linked to cardiac arrest in FDA reports

*Analysis of 28,000 reports found cardiac arrest occurred 11 times more often with stimulant products.*

**Scores for the source reporting** (0-100, assessing the original journalism this article was written from, not this write-up): 

- Trust 42 of 100, higher is better. The central claim is attributed to the FDA and American Heart Association, with specific figures cited.
- Craft 60 of 100, higher is better. The reporting is clear and holds together, but lacks direct quotes or a right of reply.
- Hype 50 of 100, lower is better. Headlines use strong language like 'Scary Study' and 'Alarm' without full context in all cases.

Scored by MediaBias News; method at https://mediabias.news/methodology.

**The short version**

- Cardiac arrest and heart attack were reported more frequently in FDA safety reports involving energy drinks or stimulant supplements.
- Products containing caffeine and stimulants were associated with cardiac arrest at approximately 11 times the frequency of products without them.
- Energy drinks and stimulant supplements appeared disproportionately often in reports of serious cardiovascular events.
- Researchers cautioned that the data cannot prove a causal link between energy drinks and cardiac events.

A preliminary analysis of FDA safety reports has found that cardiac arrest and heart attack appeared more often in cases involving energy drinks or stimulant supplements. The analysis, which examined over 28,000 reports, indicated that cardiac arrest occurred at approximately 11 times the frequency in products containing caffeine and stimulants compared to those without them. Energy drinks and stimulant supplements were found to be disproportionately represented in reports of serious cardiovascular events.

Researchers involved in the analysis cautioned that the data collected cannot prove causation between the consumption of energy drinks or stimulant supplements and the occurrence of cardiac events. The findings were presented at a scientific session of the American Heart Association.

## Disagreement on causation

While researchers cautioned that the data cannot prove causation, some outlets presented this nuance more prominently than others. Medical Daily stated that researchers "cautioned the data cannot prove causation." La Repubblica reported, "There was no evidence of cause-effect relationship." However, other reports, such as those from Prensa Latina, stated "Energy drinks cause heart attacks and heart attacks in young people."

## What the coverage left out

None of the left, centre, or right-rated digests mention the specific number of reports analysed, which was stated as over 28,000 in some unrated outlets and specifically 28,345 in Observador.

## Who covered it

Shares of the 67 covering outlets with a published leaning rating:

- Left: 22% (15)
- Centre: 54% (36)
- Right: 24% (16)

29 of 96 covering outlets carried no usable leaning rating and were excluded from those percentages. Coverage measured 2026-11-04T15:45:07.030809+00:00.

**Coverage watch:** developing. Checked 6 times; 0 checks found a material change. Most recently checked 2026-11-04T16:15:06.937Z.

## How the sides framed it

### Left

- Left-rated reports focused on the association between energy drinks and serious heart events, particularly in young people. Several reports highlighted the increased frequency of cardiac arrest. For example, Il Fatto Quotidiano's headline stated, "Eleven Times More Frequent Heart Arrests Among the Under 35 Who Consume Energy Drinks and Stimulating Supplements." Philly Voice noted that "Energy drinks increase the risk of heart attacks and cardiac arrest in young adults, new research suggests." Telegrafi also mentioned the association, particularly in individuals aged 18 to 34.

### Centre

- Centre-rated reports highlighted the link between energy drinks and serious heart problems in young adults, while also including the researchers' caution about causation. Medical Daily reported that "researchers cautioned the data cannot prove causation." Kiro7 and WFAA 8abc stated that "A study shows a link between high levels of caffeine and serious heart problems in young adults, according to the American Heart Association." South Florida Reporter noted that "A major FDA database study reveals caffeinated energy drinks and stimulant supplements are tied to serious cardiovascular events in young adults."

### Right

- Right-rated reports focused on the association between energy drinks and serious heart issues in young adults, often noting the disproportionate appearance of these products in adverse event reports. Observador and The Herald Palladium reported that "Researchers found energy drinks and stimulant supplements appeared 'disproportionately' often in reports of serious cardiovascular events." Le Figaro's headline asked, "Infarction, Rhythm Disorders, Palpitations: Should We Be Afraid of Energy Drinks?" News-pravda.com stated that "People who constantly drink energy drinks are more likely to have sudden cardiac arrests."

## Factuality profile of the covering outlets

These are published factuality ratings of the outlets, not a verdict on whether this story or its claims are true.

- veryLow: 1
- mixed: 2
- high: 31
- unknown: 30
- veryHigh: 32

## Verification scope

This page compares coverage and scores the source reporting. It is not a ClaimReview verdict on whether the underlying event or claim is true.

## Original reporting this was written from

- [Medical Daily](https://medicaldaily.com/energy-drinks-stimulant-supplements-cardiac-events-study-480787) — Cardiac arrest appeared 11 times more often in FDA reports involving energy drinks or stimulant supplements—but researchers stress this does not prove they caused the events
- [nsuzivo.rs](https://nsuzivo.rs/zivot/energetska-pica-pod-lupom-kardiologa-novo-istrazivanje-ukazuje-na-povezanost-sa-infarktom-i-zastojem-srca-posebno-kod-mladih) — ENERGY DRINKS UNDER THE LOOK OF A CARDIOLOGIST New Research Indicates a Connection with Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest, Especially in Young People
- [Sangbad Pratidin](https://sangbadpratidin.in/lifestyle/health/energy-drinks-cardiac-arrest-risk-study/pid/1413768) — Sipping Energy Drinks to Stay Alert? Can It Stop Your Heart Rate? Scary Study Finds
- [Telegrafi](https://telegrafi.com/pijet-energjike-shoqerohen-me-shpesh-me-arrest-kardiak-dhe-atak-ne-zemer-tek-te-rinjte) — Energy Drinks Are More Often Associated with Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attacks in Young People
- [www.portalspozywczy.pl](https://portalspozywczy.pl/napoje/wiadomosci/jak-energetyki-wplywaja-na-serce-nowe-ustalenia-naukowcow,294896.html) — How Do Energy Drinks Affect the Heart? New Findings From Scientists
- [South Florida Reporter](https://southfloridareporter.com/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-problems-in-young-adults) — Energy Drinks Linked to Serious Heart Problems in Young Adults
- [dnevnik.rs](https://dnevnik.rs/magazin/zdravi-lepi/energetska-pica-pod-lupom-kardiologa-novo-istrazivanje-ukazuje-na-povezanost-sa-infarktom-zastojem-srca-posebno-kod-mladih-2026-11-03) — ENERGY DRINKS UNDER THE SCULPTURE OF CARDIOLOGISTS New Research Indicates a Link to Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest, Especially in Young People
- [srpskainfo.com](https://zdravlje.srpskainfo.com/medicina/srce-pod-pritiskom-kofeina-naucnici-analizirali-hiljade-prijava-i-izdvojili-mlade-koji-su-pili-energetska-pica) — The Heart Under the Pressure of Caffeine: Scientists Analyzed Thousands of Reports and Singled Out Young People Who Drank Energy Drinks
- [Philly Voice](https://phillyvoice.com/energy-drinks-health-risk-heart-attacks) — Energy drinks put healthy, young people at heightened risk of cardiac arrest, heart attacks, research shows
- [vlnradio.cl](https://vlnradio.cl/noticias/tendencias/salud-y-bienestar/2026/11/03/estudio-vincula-bebidas-energeticas-con-problemas-cardiacos-en-adultos-jovenes) — Study Links Energy Drinks to Heart Problems in Young Adults
- [www.prensa-latina.cu](https://prensa-latina.cu/2026/11/03/bebidas-energeticas-provocan-paros-cardiacos-e-infartos-en-jovenes) — Energy Drinks Cause Heart Attacks and Heart Attacks in Young People - Noticias Prensa Latina
- [Kiro7](https://kiro7.com/news/trending/study-examines-risk-energy-drinks-cardiac-arrest-heart-attacks-young-adults/RCAJKALU6BBGRAS2RWOMJ6K4II) — Study examines risk of energy drinks for cardiac arrest, heart attacks in young adults
- [www.rynekzdrowia.pl](https://rynekzdrowia.pl/Badania-i-rozwoj/Napoje-energetyczne-a-zawaly-serca-u-mlodych-doroslych-Zatrzymanie-krazenia-11-razy-czesciej,290824,11.html) — Energy Drinks and Heart Attacks in Young Adults. Cardiac Arrest 11 Times More Likely.
- [ALnavío](https://alnavio.es/relacionan-bebidas-energeticas-con-el-paro-y-el-ataque-cardiaco-en-jovenes-adultos) — They Link Energy Drinks to Arrest and Heart Attack in Young Adults
- [postal.pt](https://postal.pt/saude/estudo-analisa-mais-de-28-mil-casos-e-deixa-alerta-sobre-bebidas-energeticas-jovens-entre-os-mais-afetados) — Study Analyzes More than 28,000 Cases and Alerts About Energy Drinks: Young Among the Most Affected
- [IBTimes Australia](https://ibtimes.com.au/energy-drinks-stimulants-serious-heart-events-fda-reports-1877863) — Energy Drinks Linked to Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attacks in Young Adults, New FDA Data Analysis Finds
- [pelop.gr](https://pelop.gr/energeiaka-pota-kardiaki-anakopi-erevna-neoi) — Energy Drinks: 11 Times More Frequent Reports of Cardiac Arrest
- [SIC Notícias](https://sicnoticias.pt/saude-e-bem-estar/2026-11-03-bebidas-energeticas-e-estimulantes-associados-a-paragens-cardiacas-em-adultos-jovens-7f0ac881) — Energy Drinks and Stimulants Associated with Cardiac Arrest in Young Adults
- [tgrthaber.com](https://tgrthaber.com/saglik/sadece-bir-icecek-degil-kalp-dusmani-18-34-yas-arasi-icin-gizli-tehlike-3369228) — Not Just a Drink, but an Enemy of the Heart! Hidden Danger for 18-34 Year Olds
- [Il Fatto Quotidiano](https://ilfattoquotidiano.it/2026/11/03/undici-volte-piu-frequenti-gli-arresti-cardiaci-tra-gli-under-35-che-consumano-energy-drink-e-integratori-stimolanti-nessuno-pensa-che-abbiano-dei-rischi-lallarme-dellamerican-heart-associat/8558866) — " Eleven Times More Frequent Heart Arrests Among the Under 35 Who Consume Energy Drinks and Stimulating Supplements. No One Thinks They Have Risks": the Alarm of the American Heart Association
- [ilsalvagente.it](https://ilsalvagente.it/2026/11/03/energy-drink-la-fda-creano-scompensi-cardiaci-nei-giovani) — Energy Drink, the FDA: Create Heart Failure in Young People
- [IOL Portugal](https://iol.pt/bebidas-energeticas/cafeina/os-numeros-sao-preocupantes-bebidas-energeticas-associadas-a-paragens-cardiacas-e-enfartes-em-jovens) — The Numbers Are Worrying: Energy Drinks Associated with Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attacks in Young People
- [Observador](https://observador.pt/2026/11/03/bebidas-energeticas-associadas-a-paragem-cardiaca-e-enfarte-em-adultos-jovens) — Energy Drinks Associated with Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attack in Young Adults
- [Diário de Coimbra](https://diariocoimbra.pt/2026/11/03/bebidas-energeticas-associadas-a-paragem-cardiaca-e-enfarte-em-adultos-jovens-nos-eua) — Energy Drinks Associated with Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attack in Young Adults in the USA
- [foodbev.com](https://foodbev.com/news/study-links-energy-drinks-and-stimulant-supplements-to-increased-reports-of-serious-heart-conditions) — Study links energy drinks to increased reports of serious heart conditions
- [La Repubblica](https://repubblica.it/cronaca/2026/11/03/news/cardiologi_energy_drink_effetti_cuore-425695427) — U.S. Cardiologists: Energy Drinks Linked to some Heart Attacks in Young People
- [Noticias ao Minuto](https://noticiasaominuto.com/lifestyle/3077441/bebidas-energeticas-podem-causar-paragens-cardiacas-em-jovens-diz-estudo) — Energy Drinks Can Cause Cardiac Arrest, Says Study
- [Le Figaro](https://sante.lefigaro.fr/social/sante-publique/infarctus-troubles-du-rythme-palpitations-faut-il-avoir-peur-des-boissons-energisantes-20261103) — Infarction, Rhythm Disorders, Palpitations: Should We Be Afraid of Energy Drinks?
- [news-pravda.com](https://news-pravda.com/world/2026/11/03/2713998.html) — People who constantly drink energy drinks are more likely to have sudden cardiac arrests
- [BreezyScroll](https://breezyscroll.com/health/energy-drinks-cardiac-arrest-study) — Energy Drinks and Cardiac Arrest: What the New Study Shows and Can't
- [9NEWS Denver](https://9news.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [WFAA 8abc](https://wfaa.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [WKYC](https://wkyc.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [WCSH](https://newscentermaine.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [WLTX](https://wltx.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [WBIR](https://wbir.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [KTVB](https://ktvb.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [Krem2 News](https://krem.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [KYTX](https://cbs19.tv/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [Fort Smith/Fayetteville News](https://5newsonline.com/article/news/nation-world/energy-drinks-heart-problems-young-adults-study/507-7ef6c82c-9816-4a4f-9653-a6080d75dcd6) — Energy drinks may be linked to serious heart problems in young adults, study says
- [La Opinion](https://laopinion.com/2026/11/02/bebidas-energeticas-bajo-la-lupa-por-sus-posibles-riesgos-cardiacos) — Energy Drinks Under the Magnifying Glass for Possible Cardiac Risks
- [El Heraldo de Saltillo](https://elheraldodesaltillo.mx/2026/11/02/estudio-advierte-sobre-el-impacto-cardiovascular-de-las-bebidas-energeticas-en-jovenes-de-18-a-34-anos) — Study Warns About the Cardiovascular Impact of Energy Drinks in Young People Aged 18 to 34
- [Newser](https://newser.com/story/399235/energy-drinks-linked-to-cardiac-risk-in-young-adults.html) — Energy Drinks Linked to Cardiac Risk in Young Adults
- [KULR-TV](https://kulr8.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_e1ff4c62-e5b5-5f98-a02a-80a9fbecfcc3.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Watauga Democrat](https://wataugademocrat.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_82a15d59-a788-5c08-bbc1-9950743e43c3.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [KHQ Right Now](https://khq.com/news/syndicated/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_56a0002e-4636-53ce-b715-b034282ec605.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Star Local](https://starlocalmedia.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_c4d3762d-5880-57f8-a0ac-6c3d6186edde.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [El Paso Inc.](https://elpasoinc.com/lifestyle/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_f3abb702-456e-53bb-a083-d47b503794f2.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Daily Post-Athenian](https://dailypostathenian.com/entertainment/health/article_47b715ba-cbd3-59d1-b20e-d9d2bf646903.html) — Study links energy drinks to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Columbia Gorge News](https://columbiagorgenews.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_dc7ac302-ce19-51f7-a4de-aa527309528d.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Floyd Chronicle & Times](https://floydct.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_d49d8524-014e-50f7-96a5-944e8a8abf73.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [KPVI](https://kpvi.com/interests/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_d1554571-43ad-56fd-9584-e6a1b9b94f69.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [The Herald Palladium](https://heraldpalladium.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_b5cf27a9-f29b-5567-b29f-90ae2a1006c8.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Southernminn.com](https://southernminn.com/around_the_web/community/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_f0e635dd-a8a5-51cf-9701-a7230207efbf.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [The Elkhart Truth](https://elkharttruth.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_0cedb3df-481b-5ac0-9314-79a3fd14e13b.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Your Alaska Link](https://youralaskalink.com/arts_and_entertainment/health/study-links-energy-drinks-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_32510f7e-16fa-5203-b8cd-5ac2efedbf12.html) — Study links energy drinks to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Webster County Citizen](https://webstercountycitizen.com/lifestyles/health/article_a447e868-ba85-59b1-9af0-dbb591a41ac2.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [SF Weekly](https://sfweekly.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_1b21c74c-a6c2-503a-967c-293a11d4b4e2.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Idaho County Free Press](https://idahocountyfreepress.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_84121c96-e3a7-5330-938b-36ece23418ed.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Chronicle-Tribune](https://chronicle-tribune.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_1c93b12c-8c48-5daa-b629-1db35b2bf9ba.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel](https://gjsentinel.com/lifestyle/health_and_wellness/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_b0d6177e-c9fa-5967-bb8a-040d6adec727.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Shelby News](https://shelbynews.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_d32de86e-9c0f-5be7-8d2b-ef05c2ec7b89.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Pacific Daily News](https://guampdn.com/lifestyle/wellness/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_98d26218-72d8-58c2-a22d-8d3714f8fb01.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Appalachian News-Express](https://news-expressky.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_06733c63-d187-5f56-a658-e3828078db36.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Ashley County Ledger](https://ashleycountyledger.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_fa470f0b-12b2-53a0-b8f8-6b175f3f4159.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
- [Grand Rapids Herald-Review](https://grandrapidsmn.com/around_the_web/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_42fc8b10-1127-592f-8e20-8e43da445d51.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
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- [Key West Citizen](https://keysnews.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_a2622b92-dfe9-5523-a997-db92e6bf90f1.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
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- [Rochester Sentinel](https://rochsent.com/lifestyles/health/energy-drinks-linked-to-serious-heart-issues-in-young-adults/article_9536641f-adb0-57e2-abd9-1793ae35cbad.html) — Energy drinks linked to serious heart issues in young adults
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## Questions

**What did the preliminary analysis of FDA reports find?**

A preliminary analysis of FDA safety reports found that cardiac arrest and heart attack appeared more often when energy drinks or stimulant supplements were involved. Cases of cardiac arrest were reported at approximately 11 times the frequency in products containing caffeine and stimulants compared to those without them.

**Can the study prove that energy drinks cause cardiac events?**

No, researchers cautioned that the data cannot prove causation between energy drinks or stimulant supplements and the occurrence of cardiac events. The analysis identified an association but not a direct cause-and-effect relationship.

**Which age group was most affected in the reports?**

The reports indicated a particular association with serious cardiovascular events in young adults. Some reports specified an age range of 18 to 34 years old as being particularly noted in the analysis of adverse events.

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