Call for ban on energy drinks in Ireland after two men suffered cardiac arrest due to excessive consumption

Mater Hospital cardiologist says children need to be ‘targeted’ from an early age to encourage healthy habits

Expert said the main problem with energy drinks is their high sugar content. Photo: Getty

Laura Lynott

Two young men suffered cardiac arrest following excessive consumption of energy drinks, it has emerged – sparking fresh calls for a ban on their sale to children.

While the UK looks close to banning energy drinks for under-16s, it appears this country is lagging behind.