Dr. Rekawt Hama Rashid, minister of health, told Rudaw the decision to ban Tiger was made for two reasons: because there is no import permit and also health concerns.
He said they have informed the health departments of Erbil, Duhok, Sulaimani, Garmiyan, Raparin, Sharazoor, and Koya of the decision.
Health officials said the government banned the drink because of the risks of side effects.
Energy drinks contain high levels of sugar and sodium, in addition to caffeine.
Consuming one energy drink is generally considered safe for most healthy people, but excess consumption or combining the drinks with alcohol “may lead to adverse effects and possibly death,” according the nutrition magazine Today’s Dietitian.
Tiger is bottled by Al Arabia Co. LTD in Jordan.
