10 large herbal alternatives at your morning coffee
The coffee is not the only source of caffeine and is not the best cure when it comes to keeping you awake during these hours of lazy mornings.
The coffee is not the only source of caffeine and is not the best cure when it comes to keeping you awake during these hours of lazy mornings. Here are 10 large herbal alternatives at your morning coffee.
Matcha Tea
Matcha is not a new drink, but it is always one of the most trendy coffee solutions that will remain awake and healthy. Many things can be said about its detoxifying properties, but what we love on the matcha mostly is that it is packed with caffeine, from the theanine and can be mixed in a latte energizing the mouth that will give you the boost early in the morning needed.
Liquorice tea
This sweet tasting drink has zero caffeine, but it will always keep you awake because its main effect is on the adrenal glands. It is a kind of adrenal tonic that naturally stimulates your energy levels without any additive. Dietitians also believe that this can help you lose some books. What's wrong?
Yerba Mate
Yerba Mate is strong, with an important taste and give you more energy than coffee could ever! Prepare the traditional way in a calabass gourd with a metal straw and you will immediately feel its incredible effect! Not only Yerba matte packed with antioxidants, but it is also incredibly nutrient, improves blood circulation and give you a dose of vitamins - something coffee could never do!
Chicory tea
Chicory tea has been so similar to a coffee that is usually called "chicory coffee". But do not be deceived by the name - the ticker tea has nothing to do with coffee beans and is made from an Intybus Cichorium plant. Although chicory tea looks and tastes like coffee, it has a lot more advantages: it protects the liver, provides you with a soluble fiber, prevents inflammation and improves digestion.
Ginseng tea
This tea is prepared from the bitter ginseng root that presents more health benefits than all the teas in this combined list. We do not exaggerate! Ginseng has been known in China for hundreds or even thousands of years. It improves the immune system, fights fatigue, increases energy levels, improves cerebral function, reduces stress and can even be used to treat diabetes. On its own ginseng tea could be too strong, so go ahead and add a natural honey teaspoon so that it has been really delicious.
Masala
Also known as Masala Chai, this sweet milky drink is packed with delicious spices that make it both delicious and incredibly healthy. It may not be our number one choice for morning mornings, but if you want something that will give you a boost in the afternoon, this drink is a pure perfection. Masala Chai is prepared with rich black tea, milk and a bouquet of spices like cloves, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom and ginger. It's also great to stay warm in cold weather.
Reishi mushroom tea
If you are comfortable devouring your fungi in a form other than fried in an omelette or on a pizza, go ahead and try one of the oldest Chinese medicinal teas prepared from Reishi mushrooms. Add green tea, ginger or honey to make the taste tastier. This tea will do wonders for your body! But keep it in mind that it will not provide you with the boost of caffeine.
Ginger tea
Ginger tea is spicy and will warm you up from the first sip that you are taking. This will give your digestive system the boost needed early in the morning, especially if you pair ginger with some slices of lemon. Ginger tea has no caffeine whatsoever, but it will always give your body the awakening call it needs so bad after all these hours of sleep.
Green tea
Green tea is probably the best alternative to your Joe morning cup. He has as much caffeine, but will not experience unpleasant "jitters". It's good for your mind, body and soul! Green tea provides you with additional antioxidants (catechins) that combat diseases and stimulate your immune system. Make sure to invest in high quality green tea, making sure it has all health benefits.
Tea puer
Puer Tea, coming for the province of Yunnan in China, is probably the strongest tea in the world. Puer usually comes in a pressed disk form and you have to take pieces to prepare hot water until you get the dark and tasty drink. There are many types of Puer teas - some are lighter, others are stronger, but we can make sure that coffee has nothing on this plant-based drink! This is the morning drink that will give you an increase in instant energy with weight loss properties.
