A routine workout nearly turned tragic for a young woman, and her story now serves as a quiet warning for others.
Jazmin Garza, 20, headed to the gym with her boyfriend, Isaac, hoping to ease back into exercise. To boost her energy, she drank part of an energy drink. It was something she rarely did. Shortly afterward, she felt dizzy and sat down. Then she collapsed.
In seconds, everything changed. Jazmin suffered a seizure. Her heart stopped. Isaac acted fast and began CPR until paramedics arrived. Doctors later told the family her heart stopped several times, once for nearly five minutes. She spent weeks on life-support machines as her organs struggled to recover.
Against the odds, Jazmin survived. Doctors could not pinpoint a clear cause. Tests showed no obvious heart disease. Still, physicians believe the energy drink, combined with an undiagnosed condition, may have triggered the crisis.
Today, Jazmin is home and healing. She now lives with a defibrillator implanted in her chest and a new outlook on life. She feels grateful for timing, help, and a second chance.
Her message is simple and calm. Listen to your body. Take unusual symptoms seriously. And approach energy drinks with caution, especially if caffeine is not part of your routine.
What felt like an ordinary day became unforgettable. Thankfully, it also became a reminder that awareness can save lives.