New Delhi: A man in his early 50s from the UK — otherwise active, healthy and without habits like smoking or alcohol use — suffered a stroke that doctors believe may have been triggered by his extreme energy-drink consumption. His case, published in BMJ Case Reports, has prompted specialists to warn that these drinks may carry under-recognised cardiovascular risks.

The patient arrived at the hospital after losing sensation on the left side of the body. First, his balance went for a toss, then slurred speech, and finally struggling to swallow – all early signs of a stroke. Scans also revealed damage in the thalamus, an essential component of the brain for processing sensory input and coordinating movement. However, doctors were most alarmed by his blood pressure, which was too high.

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