Energy drinks are a real health concern

As President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Department of Basic Education have urged parents, guardians and caregivers to be on high alert and to monitor the food items children consume and most importantly to verify the source of such items, it is also important to encourage all role players to engage in healthy eating habits, not only at schools, but also at home. Good and healthy habits start at home.Another area that needs serious attention is the consumption of energy drinks, especially among school going children. In recent months, I have noticed an increase in the number of school learners…