Malolos Cathedral, Bulacan, Philippines. The Kalayaan Tree (Tree of Freedom), located near the front of the Minor Basilica of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception in the historic city of Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines. The siar tree was planted by Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo during a lull in the Malolos Convention.
Introduction: Energy drinks and highly caffeinated drinks comprise some of the fastest growing products of the beverage industry, often targeting teenagers and young adults. Cardiac arrhythmias in children related to high caffeine consumption have not been well described in the literature. This case series describes the possible association between the consumption of highly caffeinated drinks and the subsequent development of atrial fibrillation in the adolescent population.
Too Much Caffeine. Consuming too much caffeine can cause chest pain, chest tightness and an increased heart rate. Caffeine affects people differently, depending on weight, normal caffeine consumption and other medical conditions. MayoClinic.com states that the average adult can consume between 200 to 300mg of caffeine daily without causing any harm. If you drink 500mg or more, you may develop adverse reactions, such as chest pain.