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Write at least 150 words and answer the following: Do you take vitamin supplements? Why or why not? Do you use "energy drinks" or use "vitamin" water? Why or why not? Locate a website that presents an unbiased review of the pros and cons of energy drinks and/or vitamin water (by unbiased I mean the website is not selling a product) and include an active link to it in your comments. Remember that you need to read your classmate's messages and reply to at least one message in each forum.
Answer : I take vitamin supplements for preventing osteoporosis complications . vitamin D is just as important for keeping bones strong and preventing the bone diseases such as osteoporosis and fractures . Vitamin D helps my intestines absorb calcium from the food I eat . I use energy drinks for boosting my energy ,alertness and concentration .This energy drinks are served cold and carbonated so they have a refreshing effect on me. Advantages of energy drinks : 1) Energy drinks can improve mood and fight against cancer and heart diseases. 2) energy drinks keep red blood cells and nerves healthy . It helps to maintain a healthy nervous and digestive system. 3) It helps to relieve arthritis pain 4) It helps to lower blood lipids . Disadvantages : 1) Energy drinks contain lot of caffeine and sugar so it increases sugar levels in the body . 2)It may cause addiction and withdrawal may causes headaches and migraines . 3) Energy drinks cause insomnia (lack of sleep ) ,4) it increases blood pressure 5) It may cause dizziness and rapid heart rate .