What is red bull ?

Question

i heard that red bull drink in france is different from another countries and its not the best cause there are less energy drink inside, so its more like a coke or orangina? whats the difference with usa?

Answer 1

its a really high-energy drink

Answer 2

in the USA red bull will give you wings

Answer 3

a drink that is bad for you

Answer 4

In the usa the red bull is an energy drink they are not good for you at all I don't see how people can drink them I tried a sip of one once in my life and you could defiantly tell it was an energy drink.

Answer 5

i like bulls jk(i don't care for bulls) i don't rally know sorry

Answer 6

Red Bull in U.S. is sugar and caffeine and vitamin B complex.

Answer 7

Red Bull is an energy drink.  It tastes like c**p yet, has loads of caffeine.

Answer 8

energy drink

Answer 9

yeah the usa produces it different. its a really high-energy drink. alot of people use it @ bars for mixing w. liquor.

Answer 10

idk its gross though i hate energy drinks

Answer 11

Here in America its an energy drink with alot of caffeine and sugar! I guess in France they make it less sugar and caffeine!

Answer 12

red bull gives you wings =]

Answer 13

red bull in the usa is an energy drink

Answer 14

red bull is not a drink. it's a VERY VERY VERY angry bull. so just RUN!!!!!!!

Answer 15

It's more like a can of coffee and sugar.

Answer 16

slt tiffany!

mais prk tu poses souvent des questions en anglais??

je comprend pas grand chose de l'anglais!!

Answer 17

Red Bull is the brand name of an energy drink that originated in Thailand and, in a version adapted to Austrian tastes, is now popular throughout the world. Sold by Red Bull GmbH as an energy drink to combat mental and physical fatigue, it contains, per 250 mL (8.3 U.S. fl. oz.) serving, about 21.5 g sucrose, 5.25 g of glucose, 50 mg of inositol, 1000 mg of taurine, 600 mg of glucuronolactone, vitamin B — 20 mg of Niacin, 5 mg of Vitamin B6, 5 mg of Pantothenic Acid and .005 mg of Vitamin B12 — and 80 mg of caffeine. The caffeine in one serving is similar to that found in an average cup of brewed coffee (typically 100 mg/250 ml cup, but 72 mg for a U.S. regular 6 fluid ounces cup of coffee) or twice as much as found in a can of Coke (40 mg/330 ml can). A sugar-free version has been available since the beginning of 2003. Sugar-free Red Bull is sweetened with aspartame and acesulfame potassium, as opposed to sucrose and glucose.

The drink is intended to taste like mixed berries.

Red Bull is commonly used as mixer with alcoholic drinks such as vodka and is the base ingredient in the now famous Jägerbomb and Remytini. Almost 1 billion of the slim 250 ml cans were sold in 2000 in over 100 countries, 260 million of them in the UK. In 2006, more than 3 billion cans were sold in over 130 countries. 3,903 employees generated 2.6 billion euros in turnover.

On March 24, 2008 Red Bull introduced their first foray into the cola market with a product named 'Simply Cola'.

Ingredients

A can of Red Bull from the United Kingdom states the ingredients as: Water, sucrose, glucose, sodium citrates, carbon dioxide, taurine, glucuronolactone, caffeine, inositol, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, caramel and riboflavin. In comparison, a can of Sugar Free Red Bull from the United Kingdom states the ingredients as: water, acidity regulator sodium citrates, carbon dioxide, taurine, glucuronolactone, sweeteners (acesulfame K, aspartame), caffeine, inositol, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, thickener xanthan gum, colours (caramel, riboflavin).

Taurine is a naturally occurring amino acid in the human body; although, it is also present in foods like poultry, fish, and scallops. In addition to being an antioxidant, it is mainly utilized by the body during physical exertion and in high stress environments[1]. In its natural form, taurine is derived from animal tissue, having been first isolated from bull (Bos taurus) bile; however, the taurine used in the Red Bull drink is produced synthetically. It is also the first energy drink to list glucuronolactone in its ingredient list. Glucuronolactone is a carbohydrate involved in detoxification. The chemical is naturally occurring in the human body, but is also present in foods like grain and wine[2].

The sale of Red Bull is prohibited in some countries, usually due to its taurine content or its alleged high level of caffeine. However, many countries which formerly banned Red Bull (and similar energy drinks) have revised their legislation to allow drinks containing taurine or higher amounts of caffeine, including Switzerland (1994) and Finland (2005). As of 2007, Red Bull remains prohibited as a soft drink in Norway, Uruguay, Denmark, and Iceland.

In 2001, the drink was investigated by the Swedish National Food Administration after being linked to the deaths of three consumers [7], and was completely cleared.[citation needed] It has been subject to a number of other health concerns regarding glucuronolactone, a precursor of taurine. Glucuronolactone is a naturally occurring chemical compound produced by the metabolism of glucose in the human liver. It has received some notoriety due to urban legends that it was a Vietnam War-era drug manufactured by the American government.[citation needed] The rumor goes on to say that it was banned due to several brain tumor-related deaths.[citation needed] The rumor has since been proven false, as neither the cited British Medical Journal article nor the "banning of its consumption" ever occurred. Due to the link with taurine, only energy drinks without taurine are sold in France, but infant formula sold there (and worldwide) is commonly supplemented with taurine.[citation needed] Furthermore, no warnings appear on the Food and Drug Administration website regarding its potential to cause brain tumors or other maladies[8]

A common concern regarding the beverage is its supposedly high caffeine level. Proponents of the beverage counter critics by stating that a serving has roughly the same amount of caffeine as that found in a cup of coffee. [9]

Studies have proven that there is a positive link between drinking Red Bull and reducing levels of cortisol, but it may also lead to a high blood-pressure problem if drunk to excess

Red Bull is suitable for vegetarians and vegans; it does not contain any animal products or substances derived from animals, and is gluten, wheat and dairy free. Red Bull is kosher, according to KF Federation of Synagogues, Rabbi M.D. Elzas, London. Red Bull is also halal, according to the Muslim Judicial Council. Imaam Y. Harris, Cape Town.[3]

Red Bull aims to boost mental and physical performance "Red Bull vitalizes the body and mind", according to the motto of the brand. The high concentration of caffeine, glucose, sucrose, taurine, and glucuronolactone increase metabolism, thus improving the user's concentration, energy, and endurance. However, this jump in metabolism is only recommended for temporary usage. It does not rehydrate like typical sports drinks and has digestibility similar to that of coffee. Therefore, it is recommended to have one serving 30 minutes prior to activity and users are encouraged to replenish with adequate fluids after[4].