While taurine is not actually used to build proteins in the body, as other amino acids are, it has a range of roles, particularly in the central nervous system – where it regulates the amount of calcium in nerve cells and controls inflammation, among other things. It's also sometimes sold as a supplement, which is popular with bodybuilders and athletes, who believe it may help them to control their body temperature and reduce muscular fatigue during exercise. Taurine is an amino acid commonly found in meat, fish and eggs – it is rare in plants, but it has been found in smaller amounts in algae, bacteria and fungi. Although the findings have yet to be replicated in humans, it is hoped that they might be soon.īut why is this supplement added to energy drinks in the first place? And could drinking more of them be beneficial? This week, scientists revealed that the amino acid taurine, which is often added to energy drinks, appears to have impressive life-extending and health-boosting properties in some mammals. "Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?," he says.Īs it happens, the Red Bull advert from earlier this year is oddly prescient. After downing it like a student at a party, he performs a slick double-loop and casually catches his board in one hand (or paw, rather). Will this adventure end in disaster? Fear not, for he is a cartoon in a Red Bull advert – and this venerable hound has a can of the brand's signature energy drink. Naturally, he is considering the skateboard in front of him – and beyond it, a skate ramp. There's an elderly Scottie dog with a walking stick.
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