{"id":9762,"date":"2021-09-22T12:42:45","date_gmt":"2021-09-22T04:42:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/?p=9762"},"modified":"2022-05-08T22:53:20","modified_gmt":"2022-05-08T14:53:20","slug":"is-advocare-spark-bad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Advocare Spark Bad For You? (Deep Analysis)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #303030;color:#303030\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #303030;color:#303030\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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Advocare Spark\">Ingredients of Advocare Spark<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Caffeine_in_Advocare_Spark\" title=\"Caffeine in Advocare Spark\">Caffeine in Advocare Spark<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Carbohydrate_content_in_Advocare_Spark\" title=\"Carbohydrate content in Advocare Spark\">Carbohydrate content in Advocare Spark<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Sugar_and_Sucralose_In_Advocare_Spark\" title=\"Sugar and Sucralose In Advocare Spark\">Sugar and Sucralose In Advocare Spark<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Calories\" title=\"Calories\">Calories<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Taurine\" title=\"Taurine\">Taurine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#B_Complex_Vitamins\" title=\"B Complex Vitamins\">B Complex Vitamins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Vitamin_B6\" title=\"Vitamin B6\">Vitamin B6<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Vitamin_B12\" title=\"Vitamin B12\">Vitamin B12<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Pantothenic_acid\" title=\"Pantothenic acid\">Pantothenic acid<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#L-tyrosine\" title=\"L-tyrosine\">L-tyrosine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Minerals\" title=\"Minerals\">Minerals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Is_Advocare_Spark_bad_for_your_health\" title=\"Is Advocare Spark bad for your health?\">Is Advocare Spark bad for your health?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Can_Advocare_Spark_cause_high_blood_pressure\" title=\"Can Advocare Spark cause high blood pressure?\">Can Advocare Spark cause high blood pressure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Does_Advocare_Spark_cause_weight_gain\" title=\"Does Advocare Spark cause weight gain?\">Does Advocare Spark cause weight gain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#When_should_you_take_Advocare_Spark_and_how_long_does_the_effect_last\" title=\"When should you take Advocare Spark and how long does the effect last?\">When should you take Advocare Spark and how long does the effect last?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Can_you_drink_Advocare_Spark_every_day\" title=\"Can you drink Advocare Spark every day?\">Can you drink Advocare Spark every day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#How_much_is_Advocare_Spark_and_where_can_you_buy_it\" title=\"How much is Advocare Spark and where can you buy it? \">How much is Advocare Spark and where can you buy it? <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Final_thoughts\" title=\"Final thoughts\">Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-bad\/#Other_articles\" title=\"Other articles:\">Other articles:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/advocare-spark.jpg\" alt=\"A glass containing an Advocare Spark mix beside an open sachet \" class=\"wp-image-9949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/advocare-spark.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/advocare-spark-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/advocare-spark-768x430.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Advocare Spark is a tasty energy drink you can try.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As an avid customer of energy drinks, I always ask myself whether an energy drink is good or bad for my health before giving it a try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>It is exactly for this reason that I research the energy drinks I come across and check the risks and benefits of the ingredients using scientific websites and studies. <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>And upon my research of Advocare Spark, I discovered that<strong> Advocare Spark is generally not bad for your health. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>There is no ingredient in Advocare Spark that may harm your health if the drink is consumed in moderation. As long as you do this (and you have no health issues), this energy drink will be safe for you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you drink more than 3 servings of this product daily, then this could dangerously impact your health. <strong>I also recommend consulting your doctor before consuming any energy drink if you have certain health conditions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keep reading <\/strong>as I discuss the ingredients in Advocare Spark (and their recommended amounts of daily consumption) to see why this drink can be good for you.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Advocare_Spark_energy_drink\"><\/span>What is Advocare Spark energy drink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Advocare Spark is a <strong>great <\/strong>energy drink that contains more than 20 vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. These ingredients work to give you a boost of energy and even provide some health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Just always be mindful of your health condition and the amounts of energy drinks you consume to avoid any health risks.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, let&#8217;s look at the ingredients of Advocare Spark. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_of_Advocare_Spark\"><\/span>Ingredients of Advocare Spark<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"996\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Advocare-Spark-Supplement-Facts-2.jpg\" alt=\"Advocare Spark supplement table\" class=\"wp-image-12187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Advocare-Spark-Supplement-Facts-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Advocare-Spark-Supplement-Facts-2-300x249.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Advocare-Spark-Supplement-Facts-2-768x637.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption> This is the Advocare Spark supplement table. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Ingredient Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Amount<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Caffeine<\/td><td>120 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total carbohydrates<\/td><td>4 g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Taurine<\/td><td>200 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vitamin B6<\/td><td>15 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vitamin B12<\/td><td>45 micrograms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Niacin<\/td><td>60 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Riboflavin<\/td><td>3.4 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pantothenic acid<\/td><td>50 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>L-tyrosine<\/td><td>5000 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Choline<\/td><td>500 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vitamin C<\/td><td>180 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zinc<\/td><td>3 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Inositol<\/td><td>10 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chromium<\/td><td>24 micrograms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vitamin E (D-alpha tocopheryl)<\/td><td>20.1 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Copper<\/td><td>200 micrograms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Choline<\/td><td>500 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>L-carnitine<\/td><td>10 mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vitamin A (Beta-carotene)<\/td><td>300 micrograms<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>This is the complete table of Advocare Spark ingredients.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As shown by the table, Advocare Spark contains a variety of ingredients of different amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do not have prior knowledge about all these substances then it will be difficult to determine what amounts of them are recommended to keep the human body healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing how these substances work is the key to figuring out if this energy drink actually works or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And so, let&#8217;s get into the details of each ingredient one by one to know how they function in the human body and how they affect your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caffeine_in_Advocare_Spark\"><\/span><strong>Caffeine in Advocare Spark<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Caffine-content.jpg\" alt=\"Anthropomorphized coffee cup lifting dumbbells\" class=\"wp-image-9951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Caffine-content.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Caffine-content-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Caffine-content-768x430.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>An adequate amount of caffeine can keep you strong and healthy.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>There is approximately 120 mg of caffeine in each serving of Advocare Spark.<\/strong> This is an adequate amount that will not harm you. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Some other energy drinks can actually hold 1.5 times more caffeine than this drink so you don&#8217;t have to worry about Advocare Spark in terms of caffeine.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine is the most popular energy-boosting stimulant in the world. Long-term moderate consumption helps to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>increase <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8232842\/\" target=\"_blank\">energy<\/a> level<\/li><li>raise your mood and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8232842\/\" target=\"_blank\">alertness<\/a><\/li><li>improve <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15657469\/\" target=\"_blank\">physical health<\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18842784\/\" target=\"_blank\">lower<\/a> the chance of developing type-2 diabetes<\/li><li>develop immunity against <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1046\/j.1468-1331.2002.00421.x\" target=\"_blank\">Alzheimer\u2019s<\/a> disease and dementia<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10819950\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prevent<\/a> Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, that sounds really great but don&#8217;t forget that overconsumption of caffeine can cause <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/caffeine\/art-20045678\" target=\"_blank\">health problems<\/a> like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>headache<\/li><li>insomnia<\/li><li>nervousness<\/li><li>irritability<\/li><li>frequent urination or inability to control urination<\/li><li>palpitations<\/li><li>muscle tremors<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>To avoid this, the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much\" target=\"_blank\">FDA<\/a> suggests that you shouldn\u2019t take more than 400 mg of caffeine a day since that is the upper limit before side effects manifest.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>As I mentioned earlier, each serving of Advocare Spark contains <strong>120 mg<\/strong> of caffeine and, because of this, you shouldn\u2019t take <strong>more than three servings<\/strong> per day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you consume three servings a day, you will be consuming approximately 360 mg of caffeine, which is within the safe limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So in summary, consume caffeine moderately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carbohydrate_content_in_Advocare_Spark\"><\/span><strong>Carbohydrate content in Advocare Spark<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/carbohydrates.html\" target=\"_blank\">Carbohydrates<\/a> are one of the important nutrients needed by the human body. They are naturally occurring sugar molecules usually derived from plants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other nutrients<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>are&nbsp;<strong>protein&nbsp;<\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong>fats<\/strong> and all three of these can be found in different food and drink products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you look at the supplement table of Advocare Spark, you will notice that the carbohydrates are listed as <strong>total carbohydrates<\/strong>.&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/scripts\/interactivenutritionfactslabel\/total-carbohydrate.cfm\" target=\"_blank\">Total carbohydrates<\/a>&nbsp;are a mix of total sugars, dietary fibers, and alcohol sugars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advocare Spark contains 4 g of total carbohydrates per serving<\/strong>&nbsp;but these do not come from natural sugar and fiber because they are not present in this energy drink. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But this drink does have the alcohol sugar <strong>sucralose<\/strong> which serves as Advocare Spark&#8217;s sweetener. This substance is what the 4 g of carbohydrates consist of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take note, however, that excess intake of carbohydrates may lead to&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/healthyeating.sfgate.com\/major-side-effects-carbohydrates-human-body-10627.html\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a> like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>stroke<\/strong>&nbsp;and obesity<\/li><li>risk of&nbsp;<strong>chronic&nbsp;<\/strong>diseases<\/li><li>increased&nbsp;<strong>triglycerides<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The amount of carbohydrates in Advocare Spark is not harmful to your health as long as you consume the drink moderately and you do not have pre-existing health conditions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar_and_Sucralose_In_Advocare_Spark\"><\/span>Sugar and Sucralose In Advocare Spark<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural sugar is a substance extracted from sugarcane and beets. This kind of sugar, along with honey, is one of the most commonly used natural sweeteners in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, natural sugar has some potential side effects if you take it in <strong>excessive amounts<\/strong>. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>increasing your&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23612318\/\" target=\"_blank\">weight<\/a><\/li><li>possibly increasing the chance of getting&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3712514\/\" target=\"_blank\">heart diseases<\/a><\/li><li>causing skin&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17448569\" target=\"_blank\">acne<\/a><\/li><li>possibly increasing the risk of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4420570\" target=\"_blank\">type-2 diabetes<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fortunately for those maintaining a diet, there is no natural sugar added in Advocare Spark<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned earlier, the sweet taste of Advocare Spark is provided by&nbsp;<strong>sucralose<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sucralose has been <strong>approved <\/strong>for use since <strong>1999 <\/strong>by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after reviewing 110 studies on the substance. It is <strong>600 times<\/strong> sweeter than sugar and contains <strong>very low calories<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calories\"><\/span>Calories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>One sachet of Advocare Spark contains only 15 calories. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The energy produced from carbohydrates in food and beverages is commonly measured in calories.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our body requires energy to keep our bodies functioning properly. About <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/calories-in-calories-out#weight-loss\" target=\"_blank\">10-15%<\/a> of calories consumed from food are used to keep metabolic functions in the human body running smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you consume foods with high calories and don&#8217;t engage in any physical activities, then the presence of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15534429\/\" target=\"_blank\">unburned<\/a> calories will result in you storing more and more fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The general <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/how-many-calories-to-lose-weight-3495659\" target=\"_blank\">recommended<\/a> calorie intake for men is 2200-3200 calories per day. For women, the recommendation is 1600-2400 calories per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>However, you can use weight loss calculators if you really want to know the daily amount of calories you specifically need depending on factors like your sex, height, weight, age, and level of activity. <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\"><strong>This is very useful if you are serious about efficiently losing weight and staying healthy.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just remember to only consume the generally recommended amount of calories (or the recommended amount specific to you) daily because consuming excess amounts may lead to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK235013\/\" target=\"_blank\">health issues<\/a> like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Heart Disease<\/li><li>High Blood Pressure<\/li><li>Diabetes<\/li><li>Gallstones<\/li><li>Cancer<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taurine\"><\/span><strong>Taurine<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advocare Spark contains 200 mg of taurine. This isn&#8217;t an excessive amount since <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18325648\/\" target=\"_blank\">research<\/a> shows that taking up to 3,000 mg of taurine per day is not harmful. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our body uses amino acids like taurine as antioxidants to move minerals around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong><em>Researchers have <\/em><\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3501277\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><em>discovered<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> a long list of benefits associated with taurine, a molecule found naturally in the human body.&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>These benefits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>helping people with diabetes control their <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3509183\/\" target=\"_blank\">blood sugar<\/a><\/li><li>helping <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3509183\/\" target=\"_blank\">reduce<\/a> cholesterol and blood sugar and improving heart health<\/li><li>increasing substantial exercise <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20739720\/\" target=\"_blank\">performance<\/a> by <strong>burning <\/strong>more fat during exercise<\/li><li>minimizing the risk of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/3256861\/\" target=\"_blank\">hearing loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Health experts state that taurine has no <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-1024\/taurine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">side effects<\/a> in healthy people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Just remember that taurine is usually extracted from animal sources, making food products containing them non-vegan. But if the taurine is artificially synthesized in a laboratory, then its use in any product should be vegan. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>However, the taurine in Advocare Spark is extracted from animals and makes this energy drink non-vegan.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key&nbsp;Findings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The amount of taurine in Advocare Spark seems to be safe.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Complex_Vitamins\"><\/span><strong>B Complex Vitamins<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Vitamin-.png\" alt=\"Bottle spilling translucent yellow gel capsules in front of kiwis, oranges, and grapes\" class=\"wp-image-9952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Vitamin-.png 1200w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Vitamin--300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Vitamin--768x430.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Advocare Spark contains plenty of vitamins.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The different B vitamins are a group of vitamins vital for good human health. When it comes to vitamin supplements, this group of vitamins usually come in an all-in-one capsule.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The different B vitamins are listed as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>B1 (thiamine)<\/li><li>B2 (riboflavin)<\/li><li>B3 (niacin)<\/li><li>B5 (pantothenic acid)<\/li><li>B6 (pyridoxine)<\/li><li>B7 (biotin)<\/li><li>B9 (folic acid)<\/li><li>B12 (cobalamin)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But, Advocare Spark only contains vitamin B6, niacin, pantothenic acid, and vitamin B12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let\u2019s take a look at those.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamin_B6\"><\/span><strong>Vitamin B6<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advocare Spark contains 15 mg of vitamin B6 per serving. Health <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-vitamin-b6\/art-20363468\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-vitamin-b6\/art-20363468\" target=\"_blank\">experts<\/a> recommend taking no more than 50 mg of vitamin B6 supplements each day for adults.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin needed by the body for multiple purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Among its many functions, vitamin B6 helps <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/publications\/dictionaries\/cancer-terms\/def\/vitamin-b6\" target=\"_blank\">maintain<\/a> nerve and skin health, prevent infections, <strong>regulate <\/strong>blood sugar levels, and produce <strong>red blood cells <\/strong>and some <strong>enzymes<\/strong>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>So, your body must have enough vitamin B6. <strong>An adequate <\/strong>amount of vitamin B6 is <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20110903\/\" target=\"_blank\">important<\/a> to keep your body functioning properly and treat chronic diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Intake of vitamin B6 through food is likely to be <strong>safe because they do not naturally occur in large amounts<\/strong>. But, taking too many vitamin B6 <strong>supplements <\/strong>can lead to some <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-vitamin-b6\/art-20363468\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-vitamin-b6\/art-20363468\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a><\/strong> like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Heartburn<\/li><li>photosensitivity<\/li><li>Numbness<\/li><li>Reduced ability to sense pain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>As you can see, the amount of vitamin B6 in this drink is way less than the recommended value. So, you don\u2019t need to be concerned about potential side effects if and only if you drink Advocare Spark moderately.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping these facts in mind, I don\u2019t take more than three servings each day. Note, the lower, the better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Findings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The amount of Vitamin B6 is there in Advocare Spark\u2019s recipe is safe for health.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamin_B12\"><\/span><strong>Vitamin B12<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advocare Spark contains 45 micrograms of vitamin B12 per serving. However, the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\">recommended<\/a> amount of vitamin B12 intake is 2.4 micrograms per day while the recommended amount for pregnant women is 2.6 micrograms per day.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Cobalamin, commonly known as vitamin B12, is a water-soluble vitamin involved in metabolism and the synthesis of DNA, appear, and the metabolism of fatty acids and amino acids.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/food-science\/vitamin-b12\" target=\"_blank\">functions<\/a> of vitamin B12 (cobalamin) are <strong>red blood cell<\/strong> <strong>development<\/strong>, cell <strong>metabolism<\/strong>, neuron function, and <strong>DNA <\/strong>synthesis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned earlier, the amount of vitamin B12 in Advocare Spark is more than what is recommended by experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consuming very large amounts of vitamin B12 can cause  <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-vitamin-b12\/art-20363663\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-vitamin-b12\/art-20363663\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a> which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\">Headache<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\">Nausea and vomiting<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\">Fatigue or weakness<\/span> <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>But there&#8217;s no need to worry, as slightly higher doses of vitamin B12 can be taken <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-vitamin-b12\/art-20363663\" target=\"_blank\">safely<\/a> as long as you have good kidney health. Any excess is<strong> passed through <\/strong>your <strong>urine <\/strong>and not <strong>absorbed <\/strong>by the body.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But if you have kidney problems then consult your doctor before consuming any energy drink.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Niacin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advocare Spark contains 60 mg of niacin per serving but health experts <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Niacin-HealthProfessional\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Niacin-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\">recommend<\/a> adult males only take 16 mg a day and adult women (who are not pregnant or breastfeeding) take 14 mg a day. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Organic molecules such as niacin provide the body with essential vitamins. This substance is produced from tryptophan which is an amino acid found in plants and animals.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>It is a B vitamin that the body produces and converts into energy from food. The ingredients in this product <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Niacin-HealthProfessional\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Niacin-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\">support<\/a> your digestive system, neurological system, and skin.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Although health experts recommend only consuming 14-16 mg of niacin a day, they also state that you can consume up to <strong>2000 mg <\/strong>a day before experiencing various<strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-niacin\/art-20364984\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-niacin\/art-20364984\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a><\/strong> like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Dizziness and severe skin flushing<\/li><li>Rapid heartbeat<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Nausea and vomiting<\/li><li>Abdominal pain<\/li><li>Diarrhea<\/li><li>Gout<\/li><li>Liver damage<\/li><li>Diabetes<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>But it&#8217;s better to play it safe and stick with the recommended amounts.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Findings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The amount of Niacin is there in Advocare\u2019s recipe is safe for health.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pantothenic_acid\"><\/span><strong>Pantothenic acid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advocare Spark contains 50 mg of Pantothenic acid. Health experts <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-853\/pantothenic-acid-vitamin-b5\" target=\"_blank\">recommend<\/a> not taking more than 5 mg per day but they also say that it&#8217;s safe to take up to 1000 mg per day. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vitamin B5, also known as pantothenic acid, is a water-soluble B vitamin essential for good health.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To synthesize and metabolize <strong>proteins<\/strong>, <strong>carbohydrates<\/strong>, and <strong>lipids<\/strong> and make <strong>coenzyme <\/strong>A (CoA), animals require<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/PantothenicAcid-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\"> pantothenic acid<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-853\/pantothenic-acid-vitamin-b5\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-853\/pantothenic-acid-vitamin-b5\" target=\"_blank\">Side effects<\/a> of pantothenic acid:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>diarrhea<\/li><li>Contact dermatitis<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But I recommend only taking recommended amounts so consume Advocare Spark moderately.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"L-tyrosine\"><\/span><strong>L-tyrosine<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advocare Spark contains 5000 mg of tyrosine.<\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The<strong> amino acid<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/compound\/Tyrosine\" target=\"_blank\">tyrosine<\/a> is a popular dietary supplement that can improve alertness, focus, and focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1863555\/\" target=\"_blank\">responsible<\/a> for producing important<strong> brain chemicals <\/strong>essential for nerve cell communication and may even influence mood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally <strong>discovered <\/strong>in cheese, it can be <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2738414\/\" target=\"_blank\">found<\/a> in many foods. In fact, &#8220;tyros&#8221; in Greek means &#8220;cheese.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>FDA <\/strong>hasn\u2019t <strong>regulated<\/strong> the supplements and, if you take excessive amounts of L-tyrosine, you may encounter <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drugs.com\/sfx\/l-tyrosine-side-effects.html\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.drugs.com\/sfx\/l-tyrosine-side-effects.html\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a> such as: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>nausea<\/li><li>heartburn<\/li><li>headache<\/li><li>joint pain<\/li><li>fatigue<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Findings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The amount of L-tyrosine in Advocare Spark\u2019s recipe is not harmful to your health.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minerals\"><\/span>Minerals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advocare Spark contains minerals that help your body grow, develop, and stay healthy.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What are minerals and how do they function in the human body?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The inorganic substances required by the body are known as&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nutrition.org.uk\/nutritionscience\/nutrients-food-and-ingredients\/minerals-and-trace-elements.html?showall=1&amp;limitstart=\" target=\"_blank\">minerals<\/a>. Minerals account for the carrying out of tons of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.texasheart.org\/heart-health\/heart-information-center\/topics\/minerals-what-they-do-where-to-get-them\/\" target=\"_blank\">functions<\/a> on the human body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below I have added a list of minerals found in Advocare Spark along with their benefits. The amounts and potential health benefits are listed as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Nutrients<\/td><td>Amount<\/td><td>Benefits<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Choline<\/td><td>500mg<\/td><td>Improve <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22071706\/\" target=\"_blank\">brain function<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16848706\/\" target=\"_blank\">brain development<\/a>, and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25082110\/\" target=\"_blank\">mental<\/a> health<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zinc<\/td><td>3mg<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements-zinc\/art-20366112\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wound healing<\/a>, Prevent Diarrhea and colds, boost immunity.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Copper<\/td><td>300mcg<\/td><td>Improve <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4469220\/\" target=\"_blank\">bone density<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-019-48959-8?utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_source=commission_junction&amp;utm_campaign=3_nsn6445_deeplink_PID100090071&amp;utm_content=deeplink\" target=\"_blank\">kill cancer cells<\/a>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chromium<\/td><td>24 mcg<\/td><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Chromium-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\">Helpful<\/a> against type-2 diabetes and dyslipidemia, improves metabolic function<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>This is the mineral chart of Advocare Spark.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Advocare_Spark_bad_for_your_health\"><\/span>Is Advocare Spark bad for your health?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/advocare-spark-1.jpg\" alt=\"A hand holding a glass of an Advocare Spark drink mix\" class=\"wp-image-9950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/advocare-spark-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/advocare-spark-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/advocare-spark-1-768x430.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Advocare Spark is a healthy energy drink that contains more than 20 vitamins and minerals.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>After analyzing and discussing each ingredient of Advocare Spark based on evidence by health experts, I have determined that this drink is not bad for healthy non-pregnant and non-breastfeeding adults when consumed moderately.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the manufacturer suggests that children should not consume this drink because of the caffeine content and they also <strong>don&#8217;t<\/strong> encourage <strong>diabetic <\/strong>patients to take this product without getting counsel from <strong>doctors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To consume this product moderately, you should not drink more than 3 sachets of Advocare Spark daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Advocare_Spark_cause_high_blood_pressure\"><\/span>Can Advocare Spark cause high blood pressure?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Health.jpg\" alt=\"A man and woman jogging on a road with plants on the sides\" class=\"wp-image-9953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Health.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Health-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Health-768x430.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Moderate intake of Advocare Spark will not negatively affect your overall heart health.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Even if you don&#8217;t have high blood pressure, the caffeine in Advocare Spark may <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/high-blood-pressure\/expert-answers\/blood-pressure\/faq-20058543\" target=\"_blank\">cause<\/a> it to rise dramatically.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several <strong>studies <\/strong>have been done to determine the direct <strong>correlation <\/strong>between caffeine intake and heart disease. But, the results are <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-eating\/eat-smart\/nutrition-basics\/caffeine-and-heart-disease\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-eating\/eat-smart\/nutrition-basics\/caffeine-and-heart-disease\" target=\"_blank\">conflicting<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, taking the <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/caffeine\/art-20045678#:~:text=Up%20to%20400%20milligrams%20(mg,two%20%22energy%20shot%22%20drinks.\" target=\"_blank\">recommended<\/a> <\/strong>amount of caffeine (400 mg) won&#8217;t affect your heart health but if you have an existing heart condition then you should consult your doctor before consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Advocare Spark contains 120 mg of caffeine per sachet so I don\u2019t see any risk of chronic high blood pressure arising in healthy individuals if they don\u2019t take more than 3 servings per day.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Advocare_Spark_cause_weight_gain\"><\/span>Does Advocare Spark cause weight gain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can avoid weight gain when drinking Advocare Spark if you maintain a proper diet and exercise regularly.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The drink will give you the energy to perform physical activities while providing you with just 15 calories which will likely result in weight loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_take_Advocare_Spark_and_how_long_does_the_effect_last\"><\/span>When should you take Advocare Spark and how long does the effect last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you need energy the whole day, the best time to take this energy drink is when you wake up in the morning. If you work all night, however, then consuming this in the late afternoon can keep you awake all night.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The energy effect of Advocare Spark lasts for up to five hours since that is the average half-life of the caffeine in Advocare Spark. If you need more energy then you should consume only half of a sachet after those 5 hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The time it takes for Advocare Spark to enter the bloodstream will vary between ten to fifteen minutes; as a result, blood pressure and heart rate will increase.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In about <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencefocus.com\/the-human-body\/how-long-does-caffeine-take-to-kick-in\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.sciencefocus.com\/the-human-body\/how-long-does-caffeine-take-to-kick-in\/\" target=\"_blank\">45 minutes<\/a>, caffeine will make you alert and focused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the energy drink is absorbed into your bloodstream, its effects will diminish over time. Your energy levels may begin to drop after a couple of hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>When the caffeine is fully absorbed into your body and consumed, you can take that half sachet of Advocare Spark or even other caffeinated beverages.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Does Advocare Spark Really Work?\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0HXNsmVrlss?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>This video discusses if Advocare Spark actually works or not.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_drink_Advocare_Spark_every_day\"><\/span><strong>Can you drink Advocare Spark every day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>As long as you consume Advocare Spark in moderation daily, you can drink it every day.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s best to limit your intake to two servings per day if it contains caffeine and other components and maintains a healthy lifestyle to protect your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_Advocare_Spark_and_where_can_you_buy_it\"><\/span>How much is Advocare Spark and where can you buy it? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can buy it from your local shop though it can be purchased online. You can just get it from Advocare Spark&#8217;s <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.advocare.com\/store\/catalog\" target=\"_blank\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also purchase from <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=advocare+spark&amp;crid=1VDIYP718LSD7&amp;sprefix=advo%2Caps%2C797&amp;ref=nb_sb_ss_midas-iss-sm_2_4\" target=\"_blank\">Amazon<\/a> and eBay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Store<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Quantity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Price Per Serving<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Advocare Official Website<\/td><td>$24.99-$54.99<\/td><td>14-42 servings<\/td><td>$1.79-$1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Amazon<\/td><td>$33.79-$69.95<\/td><td>14-42 servings<\/td><td>$2.41-$1.67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>eBay<\/td><td>$16.99-$64.50<\/td><td>6-42servings<\/td><td>$2.83-$1.54<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>This is the Advocare Spark pricing chart.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All in all, Advocare Spark contains plenty of healthy nutrients and most of them are within recommended amounts by health professionals. Because of this, you don&#8217;t have to worry as long as you don&#8217;t drink too much.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Advocare Spark is not bad for your health as long as you take moderately.  <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinking too much of this or any other energy drink can lead to serious side effects as I discussed throughout the article. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It is also not a good idea for children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, and people with health issues to consume energy drinks. Always consult a health professional before consumption.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_articles\"><\/span>Other articles:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/zipfizz-vs-advocare-spark\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9248\">Zipfizz VS Advocare Spark (Detailed Answer)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/is-advocare-spark-gluten-free\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7960\">Is Advocare Spark Gluten-Free? 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