By Cassie L.

Ms. Mages is a really sweet and amazing teacher who helps us learn and expects us to do our Do-Now’s, but there’s one thing I think she should stop doing: drinking Monster energy drinks.

Even though she drinks them every day and really loves them, it’s not good for her health. I know she might feel like it helps her stay awake and focused and so she can actually survive a day teaching students, but there are actually a lot of reasons why Monster isn’t the best choice for her or anyone. From health problems to energy crashes, here’s why Ms. Mages should think twice before reaching for a can of Monster.

First of all, Monster has a lot of caffeine in it. A regular Monster can have around 160 milligrams of caffeine, which is more than twice a cup of coffee or soda. Caffeine might give you a quick boost of energy, but it can also make you feel jittery, anxious, and shaky. Ms. Mages is already full of energy, so adding more caffeine might make her feel even more restless or give her a headache. Even though she drinks Monster every day, it’s not a good long-term solution for staying alert, and it could actually make her feel worse after a while.

Another big problem with Monster is the huge amount of sugar it contains. A single can has about 54 grams of sugar, which is way more than the recommended daily amount for an adult. That much sugar can cause a lot of problems, like weight gain, high blood sugar, and even type 2 diabetes. Plus, after the sugar rush wears off, Ms. Mages could experience a "sugar crash," which would leave her feeling tired and sluggish. And if she drinks one every day, that sugar really adds up over time and could be doing more harm than good.

Even though she drinks Monster every day and loves it, it could still mess with her sleep.

Caffeine can stay in your body for 8 hours or more. So if Ms. Mages drinks a Monster in the afternoon or evening, it might make it hard for her to fall asleep at night. If she’s not getting enough sleep, she might feel less focused the next day, which is not good when she’s trying to teach us and be alert in the classroom.

Some people’s bodies don’t react well to energy drinks like Monster, either. Drinking too many can cause stomach aches, headaches, or even dizziness. This could definitely distract Ms. Mages from her teaching and make her feel uncomfortable during the day. And if she’s drinking them every day, it could put stress on her heart and raise her blood pressure, which isn’t good for her health in the long run.

Finally, energy drinks like Monster are really just a quick fix. They might give Ms. Mages a boost of energy for a little while, but they don’t give her the real, lasting energy she needs. There are healthier ways to stay energized, like eating balanced meals, drinking enough water, and getting regular exercise. If Ms. Mages focused on getting more rest, eating better, and staying hydrated, she might feel more energized throughout the day, without relying on Monster. And, it would be so much better for her health to stop drinking Monster and doing other things to keep her awake, alert, and focused. She does not need one or multiple Monster drinks per day to survive her day with students. What if all of that Monster she consumes makes her even more stressed than she already is?

In conclusion, even though Ms. Mages drinks Monster every day and enjoys it and thinks she needs it, it’s probably not the best choice for her health. The high caffeine, sugar, and other ingredients can cause a lot of problems, from energy crashes to sleep issues and heart

problems. If she wants to stay healthy and keep being an awesome teacher, it would be better for her to cut back on the Monster and find healthier ways to stay energized.🐾