Knowledge, Consumption Pattern, and Adverse Effects of Energy Drinks among Asian Population: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from Malaysia

Table 3

The consumption pattern of participants towards energy drinks.

Characteristics	Number of subjects (%)
Average consumption of energy drinks
Daily	12 (2.3)
More than once weekly	45 (8.7)
Once weekly	52 (10.1)
1–3 months monthly	114 (22.1)
1–3 times annually	292 (56.7)
Reason for drinking energy drinks
To reduce fatigue	112 (21.7)
To concentrate during studying	80 (15.5)
To be more alert and awaken	220 (42.7)
I Like it	57 (11.1)
Other	46 (8.9)
Energy drinks preferred consumption time
In the morning	121 (23.5)
With meals	64 (12.4)
At night	63 (12.2)
Anytime	267 (51.8)
Activities related to energy drinks consumption
Meetings and celebrations	80 (15.5)
Study exams	195 (37.9)
Physical activities (e.g. gym, sports)	205 (39.8)
Other	35 (6.8)
Preferred energy drink brand
Monster	112 (21.7)
Red bull	294 (57.1)
Amway Xs	48 (9.3)
Other	61 (11.8)
Reason for selection of preferred brand
Taste	225 (43.7)
Strong effect	133 (25.8)
Price	94 (18.3)
Other	63 (12.2)