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Scott G, Denver, CO — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:26:28 GMT

I have used the 5 Hour and like the Orange and Berry flavor the best. With diabetis and high blood pressure I have I find it does help me focus and consentrate better after only about a minute. I can get them off eBay for much cheaper than if I get them in the store even with shipping. I only use 1 when I need one.

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Bruce, Reno, NV — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:29:25 GMT

I agree with you. This product really works. I have one in the morning but only if I need one. This product really works and I now buy them at Costco in bulk so I have them at work and at home. I even like all the flavors I have tried. I have had Lemon/Lime, Citrus and berry. I did try their 6-hour version and had the flushing that niacin can do. But I have never had that problem with the 5-hour version.

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Nicole, Brooklyn, NY — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:35:13 GMT

I LOVE these litte drinks. I dont drink them often, but maybe a couple times a month but the DO work and there is NO crash.
Pour the lemon lime into a glass of soda (I use Sprite Zero) and you'll barely taste it. :)

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Rhonda S, Willmar, MN — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:36:49 GMT

My experience with the effects of the 5-Hour Energy drinks parallel what is described here. I was thrilled when I discovered the product at a truck stop on a long road trip a few years back, and was amazed at well it works. I've since used it for kick-starting me prior to my weight training sessions, as it helps both focus and energy, as well as for those late afternoon slumps sitting through interminable meetings at the office. I only wish I could find a distributor that allowed bulk purchase pricing!

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David, San Francisco, CA — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:40:29 GMT

I absolutely love these drinks. But I agree that they should be used in moderation.

I've found that drinking one every morning for a couple of weeks will lower the drink's effectiveness. I think the body gets used to 8000% of its B12 requirements, which may not be a good thing. So not only is it healthier to drink it occasionally, it also makes sure the product stays effective for you.

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Andy K — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:40:59 GMT

That all sounds pretty good to me. Ok, so if you guzzle 5 of them at once, there contains enough niacin to potentially cause nerve toxicity - but hell, if you do 5 shots of tequila at once, you're likely to fall over drunk. So yeah, even good stuff in large enough quantities are no good. Sure seems a whole lot better than any of the alternatives out there.

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Michael, Lakeland, FL — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:44:49 GMT

It works as stated. Imagine that...a label that is acutally truthful and not hype. I use it periodically. I have tried various energy drinks and they make me jittery. This one does not.

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Lee, Indianapolis, IN — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:44:59 GMT

I LOVE goin' "On the Five". I agree that it should be used in moderation, but when I need a kick, it works. I usually take it before a concert or night out. Makes me feel like a rock star, minus the cocaine.

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MALAIVA, Dallas, TX — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:45:52 GMT

Try XS energy drinks - available in a multitude of flavors including cranberry-grape, citrus, cola, lemon-lime, tropical,peach tea and green tea etc etc as well as caffeine free flavors. Available online through Amway Global. In addition to B12 and B6 also has herbs such as ginseng, gingko biloba and others with as much caffeine as a 8oz cup of coffee. Gives a healthful lift of energy with no crash at all as there's no sugar, no carbs. Also avilable in Australia and England where some energy drinks have been banned

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J.P. Gulf of Mexico, USA. — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:49:52 GMT

Wow, only 24 and already needing energy drinks. I'm 40 and work 12 hrs a day for 14 days straight. I drink a little coffee during the day, but find no need for other energy boosters. Perhaps you're not really looking at the root cause of your lack of energy.

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Jim, NoCo — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 20:52:33 GMT

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Greg, Clackamas Oregon — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:00:15 GMT

I have to disagree with you on the flavors as I HATE the nasty Lemon-Lime, but tolerate Orange! I don't know why it works, I just know it does work for me. It's more of a 2 - 3 hour energy boost for me but when I'm hitting the wall in the afternoon -- it saves me from ending up face first in keyboard at my desk!

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Loren, Oklahoma — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:02:21 GMT

Of course the medical experts and pharmaceutical groups don't like this stuff.....can't patent it and make any money!!

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Tommy J — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:07:11 GMT

There are better ways to increase your energy vis supplementation. Biologically you want to increase Adenosine Triphospate (ATP). After 17 years in nutrition and over $100 million in sales to tens of thousands of consumers I have learned a thing or two about what works best for most people (people continue to purchase what delivers results). The best I have ever found are the adaptogens Schizandra, Rhodiola, Eluthero, & Cordyceps. Research on scholar.google.com will yield over 43,000 citations in the literature and when you consider these botanical extracts have been used in some cases for thousands of years safely, well, why not try them.

I was a 30 year, 1,000mg per day caffeine user prior to switching to the adaptogens. One catch, you must consume clinically efficacious levels of each one, but still it tips the scales at about a third of what the 5-hour energy will set you back and actual blood tests have proven over and over again the actual increase in ATP in your body. More "energy" No crash, no side effects.

Have a groovy day
tommyj

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Larry Stewart, Burien, WA — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:10:26 GMT

FRS (Lance Armstrong) has an energy program that seems to work, too. The problem I found with that was their web-site offers a 2 week trial supply but doesn't tell you you are signing up for an automatic re-supply ($70 per month). You can find this at the end of a 6 page contract you agree to by ordering the free trial. The contract is found by clicking a obscure link on the web-site. This turned me off and expended all the energy in frustration. I trusted Lance Armstrong!

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Johnathan Bowman, Stockton, California — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:21:09 GMT

If you are looking for lasting energy, try the world's first Multivitamin with sales of $3Billion.
https://broaden.mychoices.biz/Retail/Products.aspx?PG=3

And an energy drink brand named XS with 9 flavors and all less than 16 calories

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Louis Awere, Grayson, Georgia — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:26:58 GMT

there is even a better energy tonic out there called xtra sharp. It does not contain sugar, caffeine, sodium or high doses of B vitamins. It is made from a proprietary blend of herbs and minerals. Drink only 30oz and enjoy 24 hours of energy boost. With xtrasharp, you don't stop till you quit.

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jgg, Detroit, MI — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:31:22 GMT

Most energy drinks, pills, etc., make me very jittery, but 5 Hour Energy Drinks? They work. I was driving back and forth across Michigan in one day, and they were my savior. They're not for every day...but I admit, I always have one around for emergencies.

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Donny, Columbus, OH — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:34:10 GMT

This stuff is great for road trips. We drove to Hilton Head from Columbus, OH, I took about a 4 hour nap before we headed out at 4am. The last thing I wanted to do when I woke up was get in a car for 12-13 hours, but I drank one about a half an hour before we left and by the time we hit the freeway I was wide awake. While everyone else slept I was wide awake singing just about every song that came on the radio. I try not to do energy drinks very often, but this is always my first choice when I need a pick me up.

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always sleepy, Denver — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:38:00 GMT

thanks - I have contemplated trying this before and based on your article, I feel sufficiently warned and informed to give it a try.

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Glenn, Seattle, Was — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:39:32 GMT

I am a bicycle commuter and hard rider. I have been using them for a couple of years on really long bicycle rides, 100 milers or longer and I love the way they pick me up and keep me going strong, full of energy.

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KirkinDallas — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:44:24 GMT

I'm a road warrior service tech. I discovered, at 48 years old, that sometimes I can use a little extra oomph to get though a long day. (the previous sentence is actually a huge under-statement)Sometimes I can actually FEEL my tail dragging! Anyway, I tried one of these energy shots, available at most fine gas station convenience stores. These things are great! I now keep one in my back pack for emergencies. I don't use them every day. But it's nice to have one when it seems impossible, otherwise, to make it through the rest of the day in a meaningful way.

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Betsey Tampa FL — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:45:04 GMT

I use them all the time and find to be very effective, and never experience any jitters. I by them by the six pack but never taske more then one a day. They have gotten me through some very diffucult times.

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Vic, Richmond, VA — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:53:13 GMT

The daily recommended amount for adults by the experts
is for a healthy 18-20 year old adult. Not the average Joe who has deficiencies in just about every
needed vitamin. 5 glasses of milk give you the
recommended daily amount of calcium. If I drink 7 glasses everyday will I "OD" on calcium? So I think in moderation these drinks are fine. I use them quite
often as a 46 year old male who wants to have energy
to make it through tough days after long nights.

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HonoluluHottie, Calgary, Alberta — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:54:00 GMT

When I was in Hawaii I used these drinks to help me keep my energy when I was surfing... it made for longer days on the ocean and I had better pickup when I was catching the waves

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Debbie, Beatty, NV — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 21:59:46 GMT

I like these little power packed drinks. because I want to make sure that I don't get the jitters (and because I don't like the taste) I have always drank about half a bottle and put the rest into a citrus type soda. Other times I put the whole thing into a soda.

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Leslie Simmons, Pleasanton, California — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:02:06 GMT

My experience with 5 Hour was much the same. It made me more alert without the crash later and allowed me to sleep when I needed to. I head the max 2 doses a day - too much of a good thing is not good.

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anthony — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:16:48 GMT

For a while I was addicted to energy drinks. Had to have them just to get going. I think I became so used to them,that they seemed to stop working. Must have spent a small fortune on them, $20 a week. Don't do them that much anymore, they cost way to much.

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Katina, Texas — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:21:38 GMT

You should try Revive Energy Mints. Each mint has the energy of an energy drink, but they are sugar free, PLUS have the Top 3 Superfoods (acai berry, mangosteen and goji berry). You don't get that 'crash' like you get with most energy drinks! Check them out here: www.revive-energymints.com

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Scottsdale AZ — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:26:36 GMT

Funny, the B6 "nerve toxicity" sounds a lot like being drunk...

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John Doe, Seattle, WA — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:27:55 GMT

I find nutritionists to be a bit impractical. No one is going to say that drinking 5 of these things in a day would be good. I think that of the choices these are the best of of the alternatives, last time I tried to get a little pep in my step by eating a ridiculous amount of fish, my girlfriend wouldn't talk to me for a week.

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Neal, Houston, TX — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:47:17 GMT

I was skeptical about 5 hour energy also and decided to try it on one of my trips back home. Driving 13 hours over 2 days can be very tiring even if you are sitting down all the time. Surprisingly I found that it did keep me awake and alert, and didn't have the crash like drinking 3-4 Dr. Peppers, 2-3 candy bars or bags of M&M's normally cause. I've actually recommended it to other people since I never had any problems with it and it did just like it advertised. Knowing about the risks of having too much is nice to know, but it does say not to have more then 3-4 of them in a 24 hour period on the label, and if you need 5 of these to get thru the day, you definately need a vacation.

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Mongo Lloyd, Devonia, o-HI-o — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 23:02:16 GMT

Wow. Does 5-hour Energy advertise with MSNBC? Is this really newsworthy? What's next? Articles on the health benefits of Ecstacy? Perhaps a "Cocaine Makes Sex Fun" plug? "Alcoh9l Isn't Just Recreational Anymore"?

America. What a great place. A substance for every mood.

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John Doe, Seattle, Wash. — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 23:07:29 GMT

How much did the manufacturer pay you to write this "objective" article?

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JEFF TAHLEQUAH, OK — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 23:12:23 GMT

CAUTION IF YOU HAVE A HISTORY OF RENAL PROBLEMS. A FAMILY MEMBER HAD TAKEN AS DIRECTED AND ENDED UP WITH BILATERAL FLANK PAIN, VERY HIGH POTASSIUM LEVEL AND INCREASE BUN/CREATININE, ALL SIGNS OF INJURY TO THE KIDNEYS. ALTHOUGH I HAVE TRIED THEM AND THEY WORK VERY WELL AS DESCRIBED IN YOUR ARTICLE.

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Jim, Philadelphia, PA — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 23:16:34 GMT

There may be risks involved, but it sounds a lot safer than gulping down Red Bull!

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ricky, niles, MI — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 23:29:16 GMT

the advertisments for this product are everywhere. i rather liked reading an article on it and if it actually works.

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Scott Chatsworth, CA — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:18:27 GMT

I've recently tried a brand new energy drink called Blu Frog which is actually very healthy. It has a product called Limu in it and i'm addicted.
its brand new and its awesome it has some natural caffeine from guarana seed extract and B12 and B6. If you drink energy drinks you must try it! blufrogenergy.com/post

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Bob, Omaha, NE — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 06:25:24 GMT

I would never recommend any of the energy drinks I've tried in the past. Some made my heart race to seemingly dangerous levels. After having a particularly busy week with little sleep I decided to try 5 Hour. This is absolutely the first product that I've tried that works as described on the packaging. The niacin flush last for a few seconds if at all. There are some knockoff brands available at a third to half the cost. They seem to work comparatively well also.

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Thomas,Baton Rouge,La. — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:18:48 GMT

I am 58 years of age and I play in an over-50 basketball league. I use 5 Hour Energy before each session and have found that it really works. I agree that moderation is important.

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Dennis Moore, Lexington, Ky — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 14:20:23 GMT

I have to say, that I tried this product once several months ago for that "pick me up" I needed that morning, due to not having my coffee that day. I honestly did not feel a thing! Maybe I stayed up too late the night before and it did help some and I just didn't realize it. Maybe if I had enough sleep the night before, I would have felt the boost, but that one time I tried it, I felt nothing. I think I will give it another try soon though, just to give it a second chance.

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Bob, Wisconsin — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 14:26:46 GMT

I tried one of these the other day to see how well they work. Ater waiting 2 hours for it to kick in, I gave up and took a nap. It didn't do anything for me.

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Alexandra Maye — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 15:20:26 GMT

I've found that these drinks are a nice pic me up when I'm tired and I know I need to stay up a late to finish a grant project. I estimate how long I need to stay up and plan accordingly. It works for me.

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Michael Capone, North Arlington, NJ — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 17:22:34 GMT

I have been hesitant to try this stuff. After reading your article I feel more informed. I will defintely give it a try the next time I see it in the store. Thanks.

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Chuck Johnson — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 18:25:46 GMT

I guess I'll put my 2 cents in here as far as endorcing companies with their best energy drinks. The first and only healty & nutritious energy drink (3 years running) goes to drinkACT.com. That is the company website, not mine. If you really looked into what's in your typical energy drinks, be it cans, candy or shots. You would be looking for a safer alternative. drinkACT knew this 3 years ago, that when after the public caught wind of what these so called energy drinks are doing to them, they would be turning to a better way of getting energy in a safer way. Healthy energy drinks are the next trend because people want what's good for them.

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Optomyst — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 19:56:08 GMT

Tried it a coupkle of times. It didn't do squat.

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Mike Russo, St. George, Utah — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 20:09:13 GMT

Welcome to the world of performance enhancement! They may not be called "drugs," but they do what all performance enhancing products do -- whether it is coffee, an energy bar, aspirin, antibiotics or steroids -- they alter the body's chemistry to achieve a result the body is not otherwise capable of producing. What makes this product any different than many of the products athletes use to compete better? Is it safer? Even vitamins taken in excess can cause significant problems, as discussed above. Before you start attacking athletes for using performance enhancing products, think about the supercharged cup of coffee you had this morning to help you start the day and to help you accomplish your job (if you are lucky enough to be working!).

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Scott, Dallas, Texas — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 20:22:01 GMT

My wife and I generally split one and find that that having just 2.5 hours worth is plenty for an evening out.

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lol — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 21:16:06 GMT

Look at all the 5 hour haters, its great sorry your drinks wont be getting my money

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Cindy, Bonners Ferry, Idaho — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:46:27 GMT

Is there something wrong with me? I heard all of this good stuff about the 5Hr and it made my stomach feel sick and didn't do anything for my energy level....Hmmmm.

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John Roe, Maui, HI — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:33:58 GMT

The stuff's doggone expensive! If it saves you from a car accident, it's worth it, though. Especially with coffee prices what they are these days. At 54, I really need a boost every now and then! But I know there's a price to be paid; I'm probably shortening my life by a day or two every time I pep myself up. I have quit smoking, though, which more than makes up for it!

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Ralph of Dallas, TX — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 01:15:39 GMT

I agree with J.P Gulf of Mexico. I'm 65 and work 40 hours a week as supervisor at a pharmacy (read: laborer, stocker, janitor, stockroom organizer, all physical activities) and I don't need energy drinks. I just have bread, butter and coffee in the morning, maybe oatmeal sometimes. I don't take 15 minute breaks, just take 30 minutes for a light lunch, a light supper, and am ready for the next day after a 6-hour sleep. 24 is too young to be taking energy drinks. Exercise is probably what's needed.

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BigAkita, Kansas — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 01:20:52 GMT

I tried them, they were OK but didn't do anything for me that was too amazing. Tasted like butt. I enjoy my coffee in the morning and wouldn't substitute this substance for that. I may have received an energy boost for a couple of hours, but it wasn't enough to justify the cost.

Some people above made a great point - 24 years old and needing energy drinks to function? Sounds to me like someone needs a little exercise and a look at their diet. Many of us who are in the 45+ crowd don't require supplements to function, so what is the fascination that the current generation has with energy drinks?

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Jeniffer, Cincinnati, OH — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:16:29 GMT

This product does EXACTLY what it claims that it does. It is not a 'mind' thing either. It is a gradual energy boost that not only gives you more energy, but also helps with concentration. I am a skeptic when it comes to these types of products, however one day while I was at work I was extremely tired to the point where I could hardly keep my eyes open. I became worried about my 32 mile drive back home knowing that it was not safe for me to drive being so tired. I decided to purchase this product and within a half hour I felt alert. I was no longer exhausted. It was incredible...and the best part I suffered no side-effects. When it finally wore off I did not experience any crash of any sort. This product taken in moderation is AWESOME! I do not endorse products often...but this is one that I feel compelled to promote because it does what it says it does. So to you skeptics...say what you will...but until you try it for yourself you will never know how well this product works.
Also...people must remember that this product is not for everyone and that you should take precautions before taking it.

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Jim, Naples, FL — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 14:09:20 GMT

I've tried it thrice and it didn't do a thing for me. I felt no 'rush'; I felt no 'slow buildup'; I felt no increased energy or greater stamina or higher level of alertness. Nothing at all...except, perhaps, a little chagrin at having spent a couple of bucks buying an impulse item next to the 7-11 cash register.

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momto2soldiers, DH. Mi — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 16:00:27 GMT

Mongo Lloyd...this article is listed as "Does It Work?" I just love it when people comment about the article not being news worthy but then take the time to read it and comment about it.

I work midnights and found that this is the only enrgy drink that does not give you the "crash."

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tom, mt. pleasant, michigan — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 16:14:49 GMT

look at the labels of multi-B vitamins sometime. these usually contain levels of certain B's way in excess of the RDA recommended levels. except biotin. i wonder why?

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H Ohanian Lombard Ill — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 16:57:59 GMT

I'm 47 and rarely have a problem with energy. I have to agree with jp you need to look at other things. I would like to try this drink just to see what it really does but other than that a good meal works best.

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Mike — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 17:27:18 GMT

I've found that a short nap is the best energy producer I've ever used. And it is free.
More companies need to look at increasing productivity of thier employees by providing a optional 30 min nap time after lunch. You still work 8 hours a day, but you get more accomplished.

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John Swift — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 18:13:35 GMT

These things do not work efficiently. I would rather drink coffee, or pop/snort a stimulant such as ritalin or adderall. In all honesty, its all hype. If you need "extra" energy, go to the doctor and get a script for an amphetamine, because these are just a waste of $$$$

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Rob Blacksburg, Va — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 18:57:09 GMT

As a pharmacy student finishing up my internships, I decided to see which drink was the safest for use. I really enjoyed this article, because, to my great suprise, 5-hour energy is clearly the safest of the commercially available drinks. I do agree that XS is slightly better, and I trust the manufacturing process more, but if you don't have the foresight to order XS, 5-Hour is the safest choice at a random gas station by far. Some energy drinks have enough B6 to cause the neurotoxicity after only slightly more than one drink! Avoid those for sure!

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melissa k., danville,penna. — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 19:11:53 GMT

keep in mind you need to have an INTACT digestive tract for this to work weel or at all. most vitamins especially the b12 need to be absorbed in a certain part of the stomach, the bottom 1/3. if you've had any kind of surgery that has altered the anatomy of your stomach (gastric bypass or stomach resection) don't waste your $.

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Peter, Atlanta, Georgia — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:28:33 GMT

like many I too often feel a little listless. so I have tried them all but felt a bit odd reading the label and seeing all these artificial concoctions. Then, I saw one in Whole Foods, an organic energy shot from Guayaki. a bit more expensive but everything seems to be coming from a plant. tried that, tasted great, low calories and great smooth, relaxing energy. loved them, now I am onto them 2-3 times a week.

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gem, palm beach gardens fl — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:38:31 GMT

i love them. i am a mom to a very active 3yr old and my husband just opened a small biz pearlywhites. so we are always busy. i keep them on my nightstand and when i wake up take one and im good to go. everything else makes my heart race and very jittery. i take 1 in the morn and 1 in the mid afternoon and if i dont have them i dont crave them. i do not think there addicting i think its just if you want the extra boost then drink 1 or 2. my husbands friend is a health nutri and he tells us everything we do is bad and when i showed him my drink he had not a bad thing to say. sure you shouldnt do any more then 2-3 a day thats just common sence people. i love them and no matter who you are some1 always needs an extra boost every now and then! i just wish i could find them whole sale cheaper some where.the cheapest ive found is a case of 24 for about $35 at bj's...

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Susan, Boise, Idaho — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 01:51:24 GMT

I can only drink half and then the other half an hour later to avoid the funky feeling of simluants. But it does work great on long road trips and I don't have as many potty stops as with Dr. Pepper!

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Justin, Oshkosh, WI — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:45:42 GMT

I have been drinking 5-hour energy for years and find that after a 10 hour day at work it helps at the gym. My favorite is the extra strength version. And for those of you who think this was a biased or paid review here are a couple other reviews you can check into:

http://energy-drink-ratings.blogspot.com/2008/03/extra-strength-5-hour-energy-drink.html

http://www.rateitall.com/i-863544-5-hour-energy.aspx

http://www.screamingenergy.com/enrgy_drink_51.php

http://energyfanatics.com/2008/06/30/5-hour-enrgy-berry-review/

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Cheryl. Casper, WY — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:05:45 GMT

I love 5 hour Energy. I tried Red Bull once and the crash was awful and left me feeling beat up and abused. 5 hour is just the right amount of energy and I feel good when it wears off.

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gizmogirl — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 23:27:57 GMT

A staunch skeptic about this type of thing, I gave in and tried it yesterday because I am so drowsy and fatigued lately. Absolutely zero benefit - and I really WANTED it to work so its not like my mind decided not to feel the effects. My long-held belief is that if a there were truly a magical miracle product that would produce the results this product claims to produce, it would NOT be for sale in a little rack by the register - it would be marketed on a level with other pharmaceuticals by a big drug company or large corporation. The big guys would be beating down the door to own the rights to market this product if it was really worth it.

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Scott, Portland, OR — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:21:23 GMT

I haven't had much luck with the knock off brands but if I need a little boost and don't want excessive caffeine I will try one of these.

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tj — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:50:18 GMT

like omg!!! i drank 24 of those in a row cuz i bought out r local store in FONDA IOWA and i crashed a few hours later but im still wired!!!! YUMM YUMM!!!!!

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5 hour Energy Reviewer — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:12:39 GMT

its a fascinating drink thats for sure. I feel that it was created especially for party goers, since alchohol is known to decrease the ability for one to absorb b-vitamins, which is a big reason why so many people (like party goers) are turning to small shots like these and finding that they work. (5 hour energy shots contain 2000+ DV% of b-vitamins... thats a lot of b vitamins...)

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Persephone, Juneau, Alaska — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:41:01 GMT

I like the 5-hour drinks for the energy boost they provide - they do work well, just as they claim in their ads. I don't even experience a "crash" relating to energy level. However, I find that, once the energy wears off, I begin to feel unhappy, and sometimes it triggers a depressive episode or a panic attack.

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Steve Pelosi, Metuchen NJ — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:53:51 GMT

I'm 30 years old and I play goalie in several roller hockey leagues. One day I was really dragging. I didn't sleep well the night before (about 4 hours), and I had a very busy day at work. I had a game that night at 10pm. I thought "How the hell am I going to play a game tonight? Against the first place team, no less." I used to drink Sugar Free Red Bull before my late games, but I never really thought it worked that well. I saw a commercial for 5 hour energy and decided to give it a try that night, since there is a 7-11 on the way to the rink. I tried it that night and I couldn't believe how well I did. No, we didn't win the game, but we only lost 2-1 against a team that beaten us by 4 the last time we played them. I liked the results so I tried 1 before my next game as well. The results were the same: fantastic. I was physically quicker, and mentally sharper. I now take 1 before every game, and I recommend them to all my team mates and friends.

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Kris Stephens, San Anselmo, CA — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:44:13 GMT

I was skeptical, but thought I'd give 5-hour energy a try to get me past the afternoon wall. It worked! Well! No sugar was a big plus, as was the no jitters and no crash. If anything, I have a little trouble sleeping. Highly recommended.

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Peg — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:22:34 GMT

I tried it and took a 2 hour nap. Granted I was really tired, so maybe it only works for a mild pick me up.

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Concerned, Ktown, Wisconsin — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:53:06 GMT

I work in the health field, and have started seeing seizure like activity in adolescents who do not have a seizure disorder. ? drug induced? The only common link are these energy drinks. Has anyone heard of this side effect with abuse of these supplements?

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John Smith Dayton Ohio — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 17:36:59 GMT

This stuff make me feel really sick. I hated it.

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William, Milledgeville, Ga. — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:27:15 GMT

You DO NOT get the energy from the B Vitamins, nor do you get it from the taurine. The B-vitamins that are thrown in are mostly just used for marketing. The real stimulation comes from the glucuronolactone and the N-Acetyl L-Tyrosine. Look it up. It's not rocket science. I'm surprised the dietitian didn't mention that.

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Tammy Shannen, Woodfords, CA — Fri, 08 May 2009 17:30:27 GMT

I have Fibromyalgia, and these boost my energy to get me well through my day. I am able to acomplish much without feeling overly tired & I can still sleep at night (I used to consume about 2 (12 cup) pots of coffee just to crawl through my day only to feel horrible and unable to sleep at night).

But, I've found that you shouldn't drink anything else that has caffeine in it durring the 5 hours after drinking it. It can cause the jitters.

Also, this little drink does not contain any of the numerous ingridients in energy drinks. I can't drink them because they make me horrible sick. However, the 5 hour Energy shot makes me feel alert, and energized without the headache & nausea of the larger "energy drinks".

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linda, northern va — Sat, 09 May 2009 03:19:51 GMT

Has anyone had any problems with drinking one (5 hr engery) every week day morning...I have really bad sleep apena and after one each morning for the last few weeks I am actually able to get up in the AM and never crash.

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Jeff, Fort Worth, Texas — Wed, 20 May 2009 18:28:46 GMT

Yes, there is something wrong with you.

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Patrick Nashville, TN — Sat, 23 May 2009 20:13:29 GMT

And how many of these comments and reviews are planted by employees of the product?

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Lee Wa state — Wed, 27 May 2009 23:54:06 GMT

Good for a Hang over or Head ache if your like me but that's it. My family is hardly effected by energy drinks its genetic I guess. But B vitamins are the best for hang overs and I have gotten rid of a few stress head aches with them. And yes they taste terrible.

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Eva, Chicago, IL — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:23:44 GMT

I tried 5-hour energy for a long drive and found it made me jittery and hyper rather than focused. Also my heart raced. I prefer the SpotOn Energy Patch: http://www.spotonenergy.com

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Jim, SF, CA — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 06:19:13 GMT

I used to drink coffee but I could never concentrate and always felt jittery. These don't make you feel "amped," they just make you feel like you got a good night's sleep. I drink them to stop yawning and open my eyes, and they help. I do worry about the eventual side effects, though. This stuff's not natural.

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Chuck, Massachusetts — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:36:09 GMT

They work... I am a skeptic by nature and questioned these, but I do feel a difference after drinking one. I figured it was worth a few $ just as a test and now I am a believer. At least you aren't laying out a ton of cash on a ThighMaster-esque product that you will never return.

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Gary — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:47:08 GMT

Just axe Gary

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Dr. Dawn,Iowa — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 08:09:44 GMT

Reading these comments I have to say that it's obvious that many of you were NOT paying attention in chemistry and biology....this drink may not affect you right away, but the extra vitamins (ect) WILL build up in your livers and kidneys and can kill you if at any point your body chooses. Could be during a workout,sex or any task...or even sleep. The point is just because the high amounts didn't hurt you today doesn't mean you should press your luck tomorrow. Just research and don't think your buying an item will impress someone;it won't. Chances are you'll be mad, depressed...or worse...dead.

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paul l. brown reading, pa. — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 14:14:49 GMT

i do not have comments, but i do have questions about the use of 5 hour energy drinks. a friend of mine had been drinking beer, he had some pain from lifting heavy, i had given him two anicin 22 tablets, his pain went away. then someone else gave him an energy drink, is this okay?

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ERROL,MANAMA,BAHRAIN — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:02:42 GMT

I DRANK THE 5HOUR BERRY FLAVOUR ..WELL IT TASTED PREETY GOOD..I TOOK IT BEFORE I STARTED STUDYING FOR MY FINAL EXAMS....AND GUESSS WHAT ,,I DRANK IT AT 7PM AND WAS STILL LIVELY EVEN AFTER 4 AM!!!!

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David Kenyon, St. Louis, Missouri — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:24:25 GMT

Have there been any studies done with 5-hour Energy & placebos? I wonder how many people singing the praises of 5-hour Energy would feel just as energetic after consuming a little bottle of nasty tasting Kool-Aid? I guess if people feel like it boosts their energy, it does, whether it's a placebo or "real," but I'm still curious how much of that would be imagined.

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BJ, Warwick, RI — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:52:04 GMT

Taste like crap, didn't wake me up at all, and made me want to hurl. Great feeling when you have to deal with food. Oh, and I did crash. I'll definately take my once in a while monster that works all the time over this crap.

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Gene Greenwalt, Cambridge, OH — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:43:51 GMT

I just picked up a 6 pack of 5-hour Energy because I am dragging by noon each day and some days I need the extra punch just to get started. I will go with half a bottle and see how it effects me. At my age I have to be careful, 70 plus! This is not a daily drink for me, but only when nothing else will help.

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Ernesto, Stockton, CA — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 17:05:59 GMT

So what did us humans do before energy drinks like this came around ? Were we all sedentary due to not having energy ? Maybe if you're falling asleep while driving (in which case, take a rest or have someone else drive) or working serious overtime I MIGHT be able to see possibly using this. But I must say I don't see the need nor want for products like this. I'm a fairly active person and have my lazy moments but I'm never in need of an energy boost. I don't drink coffee or soda, just juice and water and I'm fine. So again, how did we ever get by without these products ?

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Liam, Washington, D.C. — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 19:28:15 GMT

Not Worth the money. Alright, i am a 21 year old civil servent. so the whole 8 to 5, mon-friday gig. any way i drink 5 hour energy from time to time, some times with energy drinks, other times by themselves, and some times with a light breakfast. i am tall, and a little heavier. i find the taste is rather bad for all of the 5 hour energy drinks. i get only a couple of hours of sleep a night and these things on some days will help wake me up a little bit and on other days they do nothing. however by 1pm, 5 hours later, i get the crash that 5 hour energy says it doesnt have. i feel very tired, very unfocused (hell, i am writing this right now while i should be working), fast heart beat, a twitch in my left middle finger and left eye, jittery, and a numbness in my toes and legs. however, because i have to work for another 4 or more hours, i will drink a soda, another energy drink, or coffee.... and that keeps me awake until i get home by 6ish and then i feel like crashing, but i decide to actually do stuff around the house and go to bed later. i do feel it gives me some energy, but only enough to get me awake, it doesnt help with focusing, and the crash for me is really bad, and it takes other caffinated products, and nicotine to bring me back up again.

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Steve, Gurnee, IL — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 04:03:17 GMT

Please people, if you are tired enough to be downing these drinks all the time there could be a much more serious sleep disorder involved. Have your Dr. send you in for a Sleep Study and get checked out. Excessive daytime fatigue can be caused by serious issues such as sleep apnea. If you just want a little extra energy on the weekends like the author, that's one thing. But if you are becomming dependant on these just to make it through the day then something else IS causing your fatigue.

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Jamie, saltillo, ms — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:21:36 GMT

Just swallowed half the bottle for the first time.... I couldn't drink anymore of the triaminic tasting stuff. I suffer with extreme fatigue from fibromyalgia and my doctor actually recommended this stuff. Weird huh? I will use it again if it works even though the taste is horrific. Maybe I can mix it with an orange soda and it will hide the taste. Anyway I have a ton of work to do today so fingers crossed.

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Jose Chunty — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:01:04 GMT

I tried one and learned in English in 5 hours.

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frazierhughes.com, roanoke va — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:41:23 GMT

I like the way it makes me feel. I will take it after I go running a lot but never if I am just tired. Only after workouts. My question is what is the difference between it and the other guys? Walmart carries a generic kind, now monster and red bull have thiers. Are they just as good or worse?

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John Doe, Dallas, TX — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 11:07:41 GMT

Lawl sauce

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Kitzcat, South Carolina — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 03:39:20 GMT

I have never had any of the bad side effects some others have reported, but I've also never noticed any huge "boost". I have used these from time to time when I've had a bad night and not enough sleep and it does help get me through my work shift without the crash of other stuff. I don't tolerate drinks with high fructose corn syrup in them very well so it's hard to find something I can use sometimes. 5-hour energy works well enough for me the little I do use it, so until something else comes along that actually tastes decent, I will continue to hold my nose and down one now and again.

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Moe Epsilon, Jacksonville, Florida — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 03:55:08 GMT

5-Hour Energy helps you no more than any other energy drink. Maybe people should read the letters at the bottom of the screen about how it was studied and it wielded no different a result than a placebo. My guess is that it acts more like a placebo, to be honest. The only positive thing about it, is that it doesn't contain as much sugar as energy drinks, but that's about it, hence you don't have a crash from too much sugar. Over dosage of niacin, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12 are not worth taking if there is nothing that actually works as a stimulant. I would stay away from 5-Hour energy.

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Kujoe, OC CA — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 21:29:10 GMT

This drink made me sick. It felt like I was TWEEKING again, brought back bad memories. Different strokes for differnet folks, guess its not for everyone..

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insert name here, no, where. — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:09:46 GMT

let me just say this product just gives a niacin buzz and tastes like drinking poison also it says no herbal stimulants but it contains caffine and not to mention man made flavors and colors and the fact that the company has no sustanability program and the fact the package uses alot of material for its size, dont buy into there lies try yerba mate or be a man and have a monster bfc it works or hay the old standby redbull

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Janine Code Aspinwall PA — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:06:56 GMT

I'm a napper. I need a nap almost every afternoon. I also react VERY badly to anything that can make you jittery and react in the opposite way to things that can make you drowsy. So, I'm very sensitive to OTC meds and super wary about trying anything for fear of feeling psycho. I tried 1/2 of a 5 Hour Energy drink last weekend and definitely FELT IT, but not in a bad way. I didn't get jittery, and if I don't no one will. Most surprising of all, about 4 hrs. later I was able to fall right to sleep. It seemed too good to be true so now I am scouring the sites to find out how it can hurt me...so far zip. My husband napper tried the other 1/2 today and said that he felt like he'd had a big Coke, but not jittery.

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Nichol, Raleigh, NC — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:45:02 GMT

Haven't read all the posts so don't know if this has been mentioned, but I have been doing the 5hr energy drinks for about a year (not constantly or everyday) & I've noticed that not only does my energy and alertness increase, but my mood is greatly improved. I've sufferred from depression for 14yrs, been on all types of meds, and my depression has been well regulated for some time now but I still have days were I am just down and don't feel like dealing with anything or anybody. I noticed that this drink actually makes me feel better. I researched and found that a lack of some B-vitamins has been linked to an increased risk of depression. Also, my hair grows like crazy on this stuff!!!

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5 hr power pgh pa — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:37:00 GMT

i drink 2 5 hour bottles , one at midnite and one at 4am to complete a 10 hr workshift they are kick !@# havent had a tired evening at work since wish i wud have come up with this a long time ago

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Juli, Rigdefield Park, NJ — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 05:56:21 GMT

The 1st time I drank one I was a little sad. It made me sleepy like most caffeine products. But at least it didn't bother my GI tract! (((wink!))), so I was told to get active after drinking a 5 hr drink.... And "BANG!!!" I burned 500 calories in the time I would normally do some 200.... So if u need that little push when struggling at the gym, I highly recommend it... I feel great!!!!

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Alana, Phoenix, AZ — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:18:59 GMT

5 hrs keep me going on the days when my kids have me up a lot in the middle of the night. They are AWESOME!! The berry was my favorite until they recently came out with pomegranate! I HIGHLY recommend these to anyone who needs that occasional "boost".

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joseph, genesee idaho — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:15:38 GMT

I first started using this 5 hour energy a year ago. I was on heavy medication for my back/back surgery for a while and it would drag me down. Still had to work though. I'm not a coffee drinker so getting the pick up I needed took too much soda (MT Dew). I tried a five hour energy and felt like I wasn't even on any meds. I've done research and the amounts of all the ingredients are well below the max allowed. Bottom line, it works. Now that I don't need the Meds for the back and I'm back to normal I use it for long drives or that once in a while "bad morning". It's good stuff!

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Cresta, Morristown, TN — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 18:34:32 GMT

I STARTED OUT DRINKING HALF A BOTTLE, AT FIRST, BECAUSE I CANT TOLERATE THE JITTERY FEELING MOST ENERGY DRINKS, OR PILL'S GIVE ME, WHEN I DIDNT FEEL THE JITTERS, I DRANK THE REST, IT WORKED WONDER'S, ALTHOUGH I DO EXPERIENCE A BIT OF A 'CRASH' AFTER 4-5 HOURS, MY LIFE AT THE MOMENT IS EXTREMELY BUSY, SERIOUSLY, I COULDNT KEEP UP WITHOUT THE 5 HOUR SHOT'S, BUT I'M UP TO DRINKING 3 A DAY , AND GENERALLY DRINK THEM 5-7 HOURS APART, I HAVENT EXPERIENCED ANY BAD SIDE EFFECTS YET, BUT I HAVE TO SAY I'M WORRIED THAT I MAY,AND WORRIED ABOUT DRINKING THEM SO CLOSE TOGETHER,MY BODY HAS A CONDITION THAT IT DOES NOT ABSORB MOST OF THE B VITAMINS I TAKE IN, I WONDER IF THAT IS WHY I NEED 3 A DAY, AND NEED THEM SO CLOSE TOGETHER,AND I WONDER WHY I EXPERIENCE A 'CRASH' 4-5- HOURS AFTER DRINKING ONE, WHEN EVERYONE ELSE DOESNT.....ANY THOUGHTS ON ALL THIS WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED...THANKS....

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Eric Merchiore, Glenmoore, PA — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 07:03:10 GMT

I was skeptical at first, but the first time I tried 5 hour energy, I was at a police expo in Atlantic City. I worked all night, drove to the expo, and before I drove home, I drank a 5 hr energy. I felt refreshed enough to get home safely. Since then, I drink one when I work all night and also if I start to get a headache. It works better than my migraine medicine. BJ's Wholesale Club sells them in bulk for a great price for anyone who is interested.

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Jeff Claybourn, McLean, VA — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:23:34 GMT

Be careful with any of these products, read the bottle carefully, and then decide if you are willing to take the risk. If you are healthy and you feel that this will not hurt you, then go ahead and try it. I did and it works as advertized.

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Nick, Atlanta, GA — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:42:45 GMT

I think a lot of this is easily swayed by perception and setting. While there may be theoretical merits to the ingredients and claims, I have taken this on several occasions and noticed nothing other than the instant caffeine awareness that slowly fades away. In fact, I took one about 3 hours ago and I'm so tired I could fall asleep standing up right now.

For me, I think I can achieve the same effects with a cup of coffee and some positive motivation.

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Jayson Wilson, Paducah, Kentucky — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:18:50 GMT

Your "New York City dietitian Bonnie Dix-Taub" is wrong. There is nothing in the 5 hour energy drink that is harmful. It is vitamins and minerals. If it is in excess, your body will take what it needs and discard the rest through your urine. It wont cause paralysis or nerve damage. That is just asinine. This is a good product to take when you need it and there are no harmful side effects. I use it every day before I go to the gym to give me a little extra pep while I lift. I have been using it for months, and I am fine.

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John Corson — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:20:50 GMT

Has anyone had diarrhea from using five hour energy every day?

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Bob Lawblaw, Naples, Vermont — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:48:59 GMT

I am a doctor. Here is what is going on: you are getting a boost from caffeine, nothing more, nothing less. However differently you feel with this vs. a cup of coffee is basically a placebo effect as the result of marketing. I agree completely with Taub-Dix. This is false advertising.

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Pablo Elustondo — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:05:46 GMT

I am not a fan of pops or energy drinks. I tried a couple of them (Rock Start, Monster..etc) just for the sake of it and found them sugary and with horrible taste. The effect of the exaggerated caffeine was actually bad evene when I a am heavy coffee drinker.
But, the other day I tried 5 hour. I still do not know way, probably becuase it was on sale and I found some motivation in the fact that I was tired.
It worked!!!. This is why I am searching the internet and found this forum. I am still amazed by how well it worked. NO crash. I felt really good. They taste like s. but that is ok with me.
It
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John C, Rockport, Texas — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:19:08 GMT

I recently switched to from 5 Hour to Revive Energy Mints for the antioxidant benefits, I found Revive to be a much better smoother energy.