Mornings don’t always have to start with a cup of coffee. If you’re looking for tasty, energizing alternatives to coffee, read on to discover 8 drinks that will rejuvenate you and give you the boost you need!
Green Tea
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Love coffee but hate the jitters? Try green tea! This invigorating drink has slightly less caffeine than a cup of coffee. Not only can green tea help you kick your coffee dependency, it’s also incredibly healthy for you! Nadine Taylor, registered dietitian and author of Green Tea: The Natural Secret to a Healthier Life says, “Catechins are powerful antioxidants and potent disease fighters that are found primarily in green tea,”
Chai
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This delicious Indian tea is traditionally made with black tea, milk, and a blend of energizing spices such as cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom. Chai is a comforting beverage that reduces your caffeine intake and helps trick your brain into thinking that you’re enjoying a cup of coffee!
Lemon Water
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Lisa Rinna, television host and author of Rinnavation: Getting Your Best Life Ever says, “I find that the best waker-upper is water with lemon zest and lemon juice.” Creamy coffees tend to give us an initial shot of energy, but later in the day you’ll begin to feel yourself crash. A simple drink like lemon water will invigorate your senses and prevent you from feeling lethargic.
Schizandra Tea
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This delicious herbal tea is made from brewed schizandra berries! Commonly used in Chinese medicine, this East Asian tea has a number of health benefits and boasts a sweet, sour, spicy, bitter and salty flavor! Dr. Linda B. White and Steven Foster, authors of The Herbal Drugstore explain, “It has a subtle calming effect, improves sleep, balances blood sugar, is good for the liver, and may increase memory.”
Siberian Ginseng Tea
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According to White and Foster, “This favorite, tried-and-true fatigue-buster is safe for long-term use in most people.” The tea may be a little bitter on its own, so it’s recommended to add a tbsp of honey to make it a bit more palatable.
Peppermint Tea
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Alan Hirsch, director of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, says, “[Peppermint stimulates] the same nerve that’s activated when you revive someone with smelling salts.” Not only will peppermint wake you up, it can also soothe your stomach and freshen your breath after a meal!
Pomegranate Juice
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Get the energy you need with pure, fresh, all natural pomegranate juice! You can easily add pomegranate juice to smoothies or other juices to create a drink that will perk you up!
Reishi Mushroom Tea
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This traditional staple in Chinese medicine, the reishi mushroom, is a refreshing and healthy alternative to caffeinated beverages. This potent little mushroom is great for fighting off fatigue, depression and even cancer!
