Buzzkill: Energy Drinks PowerPoint, Worksheet, and Student Reflection Survey

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This lesson explores the hidden dangers of energy drinks, making it perfect for discussions around teen health, nutrition, and decision-making. Students will learn how these highly marketed beverages can impact their bodies, minds, and performance—and reflect on their own energy habits.

What’s Included:

✅ 9-slide editable PowerPoint presentation
✅ Printable student worksheet with comprehension and critical thinking questions
✅ Student self-reflection survey on energy drink habits

PowerPoint Slide Topics:

1. Buzzkill: The Hidden Dangers of Energy Drinks
2. What’s in That Can? – Breaks down caffeine, sugar, and mystery ingredients
3. The Teenage Energy Crisis – Examines marketing and teen consumption trends
4. Caffeine Overload – Compares recommended limits vs. actual amounts
5. Short-Term Side Effects – Jitters, sleep loss, heart rate, dehydration
6. Long-Term Health Risks – Psychiatric, neurological, metabolic, and dental
7. Academic & Athletic Impact – The performance crash cycle and banned substances
8. Healthier Alternatives – Nutrition, hydration, sleep, and exercise suggestions
9. The Wake-Up Call – Encourages label-reading and better energy choices

Worksheet Features:

• Comprehension and recall questions
• Critical thinking prompts
• A student self-survey to reflect on personal habits and choices

Perfect For:

• Health Science & CTE courses
• PE & Wellness classes
• Drug and substance prevention units

Help students make informed choices with this ready-to-use lesson that’s relevant, eye-opening, and designed to promote healthy habits!

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