Healthy Drinks that could replace Coffee

For many people drinking coffee in the morning is an essential part of their daily routine. with the caffeine being present in the drink, it acts as a stimulant for the central nervous system thus, keeps us awake, alert and energetic, even without getting enough of sleep and also increase our brain serotonin levels which helps improve our happiness. Although it is addicting, you should only stick to drinking coffee in low moderation as it still has numerous health benefits in it and because drinking too much can be unhealthy. The negative effects includes insomnia, stomach upset, muscle tremors, and increases the release of adrenaline (the chemical stimulus responsible for the flight or fight response) that could create anxiety, increase agitation and elevated heartbeat.

Whether you want to eliminate caffeine entirely or just decrease your coffee consumption, you might need to replace coffee with healthier alternatives. There are other refreshment that could replace caffeine that are not much higher than the caffeine found in coffee such as Tea, Espresso, and Sports beverages.  Coffee itself also contains antioxidants that are beneficial to your overall health and if you plan to decrease or eliminate your coffee consumption, you should start increasing the amount of fruits and vegetables you consume as they itself contains antioxidants.

In this lists are some of the healthy beverages alternative to coffee that are worth trying

Lemon Water

Everyone sleeps a minimum of 7–8 hours and takes dinner 2 hours before sleeping, so when you wake up your body becomes dehydrated. So instead of coffee it is advisable to drink water as it hydrates and flush out all the toxins that are stored in your body. Adding Lemon to your water not only makes it flavorful but it also adds up another health benefits that are good for you such as an increase in vitamin C, an antioxidant that the coffee has, giving you a jolt of energy, it stimulates liver function and helps skin and body rejuvenated. Although, lemon water tastes nothing like coffee, the drink is a good morning beverage that could be a substitute to your coffee because it also helps keeping you up in your senses and staying awake.

Matcha Tea

Drinking Matcha tea in the morning rather than coffee is a better and healthier alternative because it is the closest caffeine source for tea, and even if matcha still contains caffeine, it is nowhere a larger intake than what coffee has. Matcha caffeine intake only contains halve to a third of coffee’s caffeine making you feel un-irritated and shaky as it is more likely to improve your health and not cause heart palpitations. Another added benefits are its Vitamin C, rich in fiber, zinc and magnesium and packs catechins which is a potent antioxidant that are also found in other teas,  making it a better choice than coffee

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has various healthful benefits including antimicrobial and antioxidant effects. It reduces cholesterol and lowers blood sugar levels as it includes a compound called acetic acid which has been shown to have multiple beneficial effects on insulin sensitivity and blood sugar, something that coffee doesn’t provide. It is a non-caffeinated drink made from fermented apples, which also serves as an energy boosts making it a great replacement for coffee in the morning.

Green Tea

Green Tea and Matcha Tea comes from the same plant called Camellia, and the main difference between drinking green tea and matcha tea is that in matcha, leaves are grown and harvested differently as fine powder, wherein by consuming green tea, the water gets infused by the green tea leaves or the green tea bag.  Green tea according to Khan Ovi is one of the most popular drinks in the world. It has all sorts of health benefits, has slightly less caffeine stimulant than a cup of coffee but enough to give you a boost of energy. This refreshing drink along with other teas are packed with health benefits such as weight loss, improved heart health and boost brain function. It has a powerful antioxidants called Catechins which are also a potent disease fighters that are found primarily in green tea

Natural Fruit Smoothies

A fresh fruit Smoothie gives a healthy benefit and is a source of energy for you which makes it an amazing alternative to coffee. It prevents dehydration and replenish the loss of water in your body especially when you wake up in the morning after a long night of sleep. Pick fruits and vegetables in your smoothie that are rich in Vitamin C and Antioxidants as it replaces the antioxidants that the coffee has. A smoothie will help you stay full longer and not only that but it also are full of nutrients and taste much better than typical cup of coffee. It boosts brain alertness and concentration making you ready to start your day actively and fulfilled.

Green Juice

If you don’t want to start your day by drinking a hot coffee, a chilled smoothie in the morning is a quick way to wake you up. Start by Introducing more greens into your diet with a fresh veggie and fruit smoothie like Green Juice. And by drinking Green Juice it quickly boosts and lift your energy as it is filled with nutrients of vitamins and minerals that won’t let you feel fatigue because by drinking this, can be a remedy to your tiredness. It is great for those people who are caffeine intolerant but at the same time wants the energy stimulant that a caffeine in coffee has. This does not only gives you the energy you need throughout your morning but as well provides and supports a Healthy Immune System and Improves Gut Health with its multiple health benefits.

Brewed Cacao Hot Chocolate

Research shows that brewed cacao beans has more benefits whereas coffee beans has more drawbacks.

A brewed cacao chocolate does not contain sugar, fat or calories that usually comes along with instant chocolate drinks.  This, offers theobromine and other flavinoids found in cocoa beans that are seemingly good for keeping a healthy state of mind with its mood elevating effects. It also has antioxidants that help prevent certain types of diseases such as cancer and high blood pressure. It is a good alternative to coffee with its low caffeine. But make sure to not drink the instant chocolate drinks that are sold in stores and instead opt for a brewed cacao beans and enjoy a delicious drink to your mornings.

SOURCES:

https://www.quora.com/How-is-matcha-different-from-regular-green-tea

https://www.quora.com/Which-is-healthier-coffee-or-hot-chocolate

https://thatsmyjamok.com/23-important-benefits-of-drinking-healthy-smoothies/