Get Up & Go, Surprising Alternatives to Coffee

Coffee is a great thing, it helps us in the morning to get up and shake the sleepiness but with most things, coffee is a question of moderation. Drinking more than one or two cups a day can leave you with increases fatigue, trouble sleeping and even make you jittery. If the post lunch slump and afternoon fatigue hits you, leave the coffee and try these five surprising alternatives to coffee.

Green Tea & Matcha:
The difference between green tea and matcha is that green tea is an infusion while matcha is a powder made from the green tea plant. Both green tea and matcha are packed with health benefits and are the most well-known of all the coffee alternatives with its small amount of caffeine and the amino acid L-theanine which helps with focusing.

Coconut Water:
Coconut Water has become very popular as a post work out drink or liquid snack. Coconut water has more potassium than bananas and with its calorie content, it is a great to get an energy boost during a long day at work. Coconut water can also help to replenish electrolytes and settle a nervous stomach.

Chia Seeds:
Chai seeds are a nutrient dense super food that gives a wide variety of health benefits giving a huge energy boost. Chai seeds are high in omega 3s, protein, antioxidants, fibre, and a lot of vital minerals and vitamins. Chai seeds can be prepared and eaten in a number of ways with a daily recommendation of 2 tablespoons a day.

Warm Lemon Water:
There’s no secret about drinking water infused with lemon. It is said to aid the body in getting rid of toxins. Adding lemon to your daily water will help you to get your daily dose of vitamin C, balance the body’s pH levels, and aids in digestion.

Pomegranate Juice:
The pomegranate fruit has been used for various health benefits for thousands of years. It has shown to be able to aid with cancer prevention, aid in fertility, help with memory, ease arthritis, and be a boost for the immune system. Pomegranates are high in vitamin C and antioxidants giving a healthy energy boost whenever needed. Pomegranate juice can be drank on its own or added into Smoothies.

Coffee won’t kill you, but the high caffeine will often cause you to crash in energy levels later on in the day. An alternative to coffee is a great way to get the boost you need while finding a healthier food or beverage to give you that pick me up you need.

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