Study: Alcoholic energy drinks increase binge drinking

By John Asbury

"Those who drink caffeinated alcoholic beverages are twice as likely as other drinkers to binge drink and act out with dangerous behavior, according to a recent study by Loma Linda researchers."

"Drinks that have risen in popularity, such as Four Loko, lead to binge drinking and pose greater health risks when alcohol and caffeine are put together in large doses, said Dr. Melissa Pereau, director of the behavioral center and disorder program at Loma Linda University Medical Center. ..."

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