No, Prime Hydration isn't universally illegal, but its energy drink version (Prime Energy) is banned or restricted in some places (like schools in the UK/Australia) due to high caffeine, and lawsuits allege harmful chemicals (PFAS) in the hydration version, making some argue it's unfit for sale, though it's generally legal for adults in markets like the US, with clear warnings for children on its packaging. The key distinction is Prime Hydration (electrolyte drink, lower caffeine) vs. Prime Energy (high caffeine), both with controversies.
Australia. Several Australian schools have instituted bans on Prime Energy drinks, as a health risk to students due to its high caffeine levels. ABC News noted that the Food Standards Australia New Zealand legal limit for caffeine was 32 mg per 100 ml, while Prime contains around 56 mg per 100 ml.
Prime hydrate is not recommended for anyone under 15 as it can cause vitamin toxicity in children.
Defendant: Prime Hydration LLC, a company known for producing sports hydration drinks, founded by Logan Paul and KSI. Case Summary: The lawsuit accuses Prime Hydration LLC of misleading consumers by marketing its sports drink as a healthy product, despite containing PFAS, which are harmful to human health.
You can buy Prime Hydration online or at one of Nutrition Warehouse's stores in Australia (providing stock availability – let's say they sell like hotcakes!)
⚖️ Bottom line – if you're simply avoiding added sugar and artificial colors – PRIME is the better option, however we would not consider it to be “healthy” or even “healthier” than other sports drinks on the market and WE DO NOT RECOMMEND IT FOR ADULTS OR CHILDREN.
Prime Drink is owned primarily by Congo Brands, which controls 60% of the beverage company. YouTube celebrities Logan Paul and KSI each hold 20% equity stakes in the business. The hydration and energy drink brand has experienced remarkable market penetration since its 2022 debut.
There's no single "worst" energy drink, but those high in sugar and caffeine like Monster, Rockstar, and Red Bull are often cited due to risks of crashes, weight gain, and potential severe side effects (like seizures or heart issues in extreme cases) from excessive consumption, especially when mixed with alcohol. Drinks like 5-Hour Energy are also flagged for their concentrated stimulant load, despite being sugar-free, and even "healthier" ones still pack high caffeine.
Failure to ensure product safety: Claims Prime Hydration did not adequately test or disclose caffeine and PFAS content, jeopardizing consumer safety.
According to the FTC's lawsuit, Amazon:
Too much caffeine can cause issues such as increased anxiety, increased heart rate and blood pressure, acid reflux and sleep disturbance. Too much caffeine is dangerous for kids, and in very high doses, can be toxic. Caffeine is a stimulant that increases alertness.
Dr. Dhuper said overall, Prime Hydration is good in moderation. "If you consume too much of the electrolytes or drinking too much of the drink then that can have an effect on your body." He said because it contains coconut water, if someone is allergic, they should not drink Prime.
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While water is the most consumed overall, Coffee is Australia's most frequently consumed prepared beverage (especially Cappuccinos/Lattes), with Coca-Cola dominating the soft drink market, and Great Northern Super Crisp being the top-selling beer by volume, showing different drinks lead in different categories.
Unlike most other psychoactive substances, caffeine remains largely unregulated and legal in nearly all parts of the world. Caffeine is also an outlier as its use is seen as socially acceptable in most cultures and is encouraged in some. Caffeine has both positive and negative health effects.
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One-hour delivery was free once users meet a certain spending amount, determined by the restaurant. In November 2018, Amazon announced plans to withdraw from the United Kingdom market, citing an over-saturation of the market by competitors. In June 2019, Amazon shut down the service in remaining markets.
Prime Energy also contains sucralose, an artificial sweetener that some studies have linked to DNA damage and a leaky gut. Because Prime Energy contains coconut water, people with tree nut allergies may wish to avoid consumption of this product.
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KSI, a name that resonates with millions across the globe, has transformed from a gaming commentator on YouTube into a multifaceted entrepreneur. As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $25 million—a staggering figure that reflects not just his online popularity but also his ventures beyond the screen.
Prime is a hydration beverage brand, founded by YouTubers: KSI and Logan Paul.
KSI weighed in at 187.2lb (84.9kg), 1.9kg heavier than his previous fight with Joe Weller. Meanwhile, Logan Paul came in at 189.6lb (86kg).