What are the banned energy drink ingredients?
                                
                                
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                                The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned ephedrine alkaloids from dietary supplements in 2004 due to serious safety risks, including heart attacks and strokes. This decision was a landmark moment, highlighting the need for vigilance regarding potentially harmful stimulants and begging the question: what are the banned energy drink ingredients consumers should know about today?