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Energy drinks are becoming increasingly popular in the United States and other countries, but they are also a source of "controversy" (disagreement with very strong opinions for and against something). Manufacturers argue that energy drinks, when used "in moderation" (without too much of something), can provide a necessary "boost" (temporary increase) of energy for people who need more energy at certain times of day. They compare their product to cups of coffee. However, some researchers and doctors believe the "consumption" (eating or drinking) of energy drinks can be "detrimental" (harmful) or even "fatal" (deadly; causing death).

In recent years, there have been several "incidences" (events; happenings) where people, especially high school and college students, have been "hospitalized" (put in the hospital to receive medical care) or have died after drinking several energy drinks. Of "particular concern" (a special cause of worry) are energy drinks that contain alcohol. The "stimulating effects" of caffeine and other stimulants combine with the "depressing effects" of alcohol, sometimes in unpredictable ways, and can cause people to "misinterpret" (not understand correctly) their level of "intoxication" (how drunk they are). In some cases, energy drinks with alcohol have caused heart problems and other health issues.

As a result, some states and countries are limiting which energy drinks can be sold, how they can be sold, and whom they can be sold to. The States of Washington and Michigan have "banned" (not allowed) the sale of caffeinated alcoholic energy drinks. The State of Utah has never allowed the sale of caffeinated alcoholic energy drinks.