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5 Alternatives to Caffeine

A hot coffee in the morning is loved by many, but caffeinated coffee has negative health effects including insomnia, nervousness, and restlessness. Trade in your cup of coffee for some alternatives with great health benefits.

1. Tea

Tea offers a very healthy alternative to the office coffee machine. Many teas are a great source of vitamins and minerals. Teas come in several forms and blends that and can be hot or cold. There is a vast selection of green, black, herbal, and specialty teas, many are caffeine-free and naturally sweet enough to pass on the sugar.

2. Coconut Water

Coconut Water is naturally sweet liquid in coconuts that contains bioactive enzymes and hydrating electrolytes, which makes a good replacement for sugary sports drinks. It also boosts energy, affects weight loss, and lowers cholesterol.

3.Lemon Water

Lemon Water is a good source of energy and vitamin C. It also serves as a laxative, reduces fat, and improves skin quality.

 

4. Yerba Mate

Yerba Mate is made from leaves from the holly tree in the South American rainforest. It is full of vitamins and antioxidants and can improve focus, physical health, and your immune system. Another benefit of Yerba Mate is that it can be prepared hot or cold and with several other options like honey in a tea infuser or in a traditional coffee machine. It is widely known for not making you sluggish after drinking it, but still giving you energy.

5. Hot Apple Cider

Hot Apple Cider is a soothing warmth drink that has a natural sweetness because apples are the main ingredient, apple cider offers health benefits not available in coffee. Health benefits are weight loss, lowered cholesterol, and improves skin health.