Most people start their day by automatically reaching for coffee. Many people find it difficult to function without it, but it is good for our body to rest from this stimulant. Don't worry, there are other drinks that have the same effect as coffee, but have much more beneficial properties.
Hot chocolate
Photo: Dzenina Lukac / PexelsHot chocolate is made from raw cocoa powder. You can also add real chocolate, dark of course. It is recommended to use almond or oat milk and honey or stevia as a sweetener. Cocoa powder contains caffeine to wake you up, and iron and magnesium are great sources of energy. Hot chocolate is said to have a beneficial effect on mood.
Kombucha
Photo: Curtis Loy / PexelsIn case you didn't know, kombucha is a type of fermented tea. It is also called Japanese tea mushroom, because in this case the fungus develops in the tea. Kombucha is rich in probiotics, which are vital for a healthy digestive system. In addition, it eliminates bacteria and contains a lot of antioxidants, which will help you start the day in the right tone.
Chai latte
Photo: Charlotte May / PexelsA chai latte is a great combination that includes tea (usually black), milk, a sweetener (sugar or maple syrup), and spices that wake up the mind and jumpstart the metabolism. Chai latte contains cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, black pepper and fresh ginger.
Dandelion root tea
It sounds very strange, but if dandelion root tea is prepared correctly, its taste resembles coffee. Therefore, it is a suitable replacement because you will send a signal to the brain as if you were drinking coffee. Dandelions can be picked in the wild or you can simply buy them in health food stores.
Green tea with citrus
Photo: Lisa Fotios / PexelsMuch has already been said about the beneficial effects of green tea. It contains a small amount of caffeine and if you add vitamin C to it through some citrus it will wake you up and at the same time it affects the functioning of the brain.
Black tea
Photo: Vlada Karpovich / PexelsIn addition to a significant dose of caffeine, black tea contains four other stimulants that will activate you. Unlike coffee, which can promote anxiety, black tea has an anti-stress effect. It is often drunk in the afternoon, as this way the level of alertness is maintained.
Mate tea
Mate tea is especially popular in South America. It is rich in vitamins and minerals and at the same time improves the level of insulin in the blood. That is why mate tea is called the "drink of the gods" and "green gold".
Mint tea
Just the smell of mint tea will be enough to open your eyes wide. It is said to be excellent in combating dizziness and maintaining a good memory. In addition, it speeds up digestion and freshens the breath. It will simply provide everything you need to start your day in the best possible way.
