00:00Councillor George Humphrey said the daily consumption of energy drinks by youngsters in Blani Gwent is frightening
00:06and could lead to serious health complications such as blood clots.
00:11Councillor Jules Gardner highlighted the council's Healthy Living report,
00:15noting strong prevention focus, 40 sports clubs, over five food pantries and community gardens already in place.
00:24He warned energy drinks are a major factor in blood clot formation,
00:27noting that teens often consume multiple cans in succession, which can severely damage cardiovascular health.
00:35The UK government plans legislation to ban high-caffeine energy drinks for children in England
00:40and the Welsh government may consider extending the ban to Wales.
