Celsius Energy Drinks Among the 38 Brands Recalled in Canada Due to Caffeine Content
Alani Nu, Prime, Red Bull, Monster—whatever your favorite energy drink is, you should keep this recall in mind.
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Celsius is the most recent energy drink brand to be recalled in Canada, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. This is due to lack of bilingual labeling as well as the amount of caffeine in the product.
Canada requires labeling to showcase both English and French to prove that it has been produced for the Canadian market, and these energy drinks failed to have that. However, a more standout reason for this massive recall is due to another factor: these products do not meet Canada’s food safety standards because of their caffeine levels.
Following a public advisory last updated in August 2023, the CFIA has enforced a limit of 180 milligrams of caffeine per serving in caffeinated energy drink products, including beverages and mixes. The most recent product impacted by this recall is all flavors of the Celsius Energy Drink Mixes, which have 200 milligrams of caffeine per serving.
Alongside Celsius, popular brands like 5-Hour Energy, Alani Nu, Red Bull, Monster, Prime and more are being recalled for their caffeine content. You can view the complete list of brands on the recall.
If you are outside of Canada, you can still consume these products, but this recall is an eye-opener for the amount of caffeine in each can or powdered mix, as most of these drinks average about 200 milligrams per serving.
“Adults 18 years and over should not consume more than 400 milligrams of caffeine per day,” the CFIA states. “Too much caffeine can have negative impacts on your health, such as insomnia, irritability, headaches and nervousness.”
If you are under 14 years old, pregnant or breastfeeding or sensitive to caffeine, it is especially advised not to consume these products, whether you’re a Canadian resident or not. For more information, read this explainer on how much caffeine is safe for your body.
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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD
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