Prime offers two products: one is marketed as a “hydration” drink, the other as an “energy” drink.
The latter comes with a warning it’s not suitable for people under 18 years of age, or pregnant or lactating women.
But both drinks may pose problems to under-18s and women who are pregnant or lactating.
What’s in Prime Energy?
Prime Energy contains 200 milligrams of caffeine per can, which is equivalent to about two to three instant coffees.
Despite its name, Prime Energy drink contains only about 40 kilojoules from carbohydrates, which is one of our body’s key sources of energy.
The “energy” in Prime Energy refers to the caffeine, which makes you feel more alert and lessens the perceived effort involved in any work you do.
Caffeine does provide performance benefits for athletes aged over 18. However, given the high quantities in the drinks, there may be better ways to get caffeine in more appropriate doses.
Caffeine is a concern during pregnancy
Health guidelines recommend limiting caffeine intake during pregnancy and while breastfeeding to below 200mg a day.
