date:Aug 29, 2012
[the positive effect]could be explained by the intropic effect of taurine that, as previously demonstrated, stimulates the release of calcium from the sarcoplasmic reticulum,Cameli said.
Future studies were needed to assess if benefits persisted after long-term energy drink consumption, and the effects of consuming drinks during physical activity, he added.
It will also be important to determine which of the effects are induced in patients with cardiac disease, to enhance our understanding of