Before you grab and gulp that energy drink, find out what you need to know about the latest food trend — caffeinated products. 

Dr. Susan Mitchell is a registered dietitian and Growing Bolder’s nutrition expert, and she’s a foodie who also is focused on the science of food. 

She says energy drinks have gotten a lot of media buzz. Did you know manufacturers don’t have to tell you the amount of caffeine in a product? They only need to tell you it’s present. 

Dr. Mitchell explains the potential health concerns of too much caffeine and how it varies from person to person. 

Plus, find out how much caffeine per day is safe and about the surprising link between caffeine and depression in women. But there’s good news caffeine fans. Dr. Mitchell also reveals the positive health effects of caffeine for exercisers and Parkinson’s patients. 

For more Straight Talk About Eating Smart, visit Dr. Mitchell’s channel on GrowingBolder.com and her website, susanmitchell.org.