It’s hard to forgo coffee’s energy-boosting ability or rich complex flavors.
Here are eight expert-recommended alternatives that will wake you up just as much, if not more.
1. Matcha tea contains L-theanine and caffeine, which work in tandem to produce a more relaxed, non-jittery energy boost.
2. Green tea is minimally processed and has great health benefits, such as reduced risk of diabetes and heart disease.
3. Smoothies provide you with much-needed servings of fruits and vegetables as well as carbohydrates, fiber, antioxidants and protein.
4. Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which has been shown to benefit insulin sensitivity and blood sugar levels.
5. Golden milk contains ginger, cinnamon, turmeric and blackpepper, giving it strong anti-inflammatory properties.
6. Yerba Mate tea contains theobromine, which can give you a jitter-free energy that lasts longer than coffee.
7. Homemade hot cacao contains antioxidants and magnesium, which can help your muscles relax.
8. Kombucha allows drinkers to get the benefits of L-theanine with a kick of caffeine and beneficial probiotic bacteria.