Hi Emily
For some, the combo of taurine (>1000 mg) and caffeine (>100 mg) can be very helpful
in aborting or lessening hit time....possibly even preventive if timed properly. (note that Redbull
is lower in both these ingredients....if using regular energy drink find a different, and probably cheaper
brand). The benefit of 5-hour is portability and ease of use...it's only 2 oz. I always have one in my pocket.
In my case I get better results with a very chilled energy drink...consumed rapidly....at the FIRST sign of a
hit....timing is critical.My belief that the cold had some beneficial effect, the sugar helpful (low blood sugar
can be a trigger for me) and the carbonation speeds up absorption.
Never had any rebound or 'crashing" experience...just that it didn't always work.....doubling up was
pointless.... and over caffeination unpleasant while "dancing".
Best
Jon