Your morning cup of coffee might make you a bit jittery and upset your stomach. Here’s what you can try instead.
- Matcha. Unlike coffee, it provides a milder energy boost. The antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) found in matcha is associated with reducing inflammation, improving heart health, and protecting against certain types of cancer. Matcha also contains a high amount of L-theanine, an amino acid that promotes sustained energy and focus.
- Tea. A cup of tea with milk offers about 21 mg of caffeine (compared to 90 mg in a cup of black coffee). You can also add spices to this beverage.
- Mushroom coffee. It may contain caffeine or be caffeine-free. The mushrooms in this coffee help the body adapt to stress and become more resilient.
- Yerba mate. It contains as much caffeine per cup as coffee. This drink also includes theobromine and trace amounts of theophylline, which enhance concentration and boost energy levels without causing jitters.
- Chicory coffee. Rich in inulin, a type of prebiotic fiber that serves as fuel for beneficial gut bacteria. It also has a mild laxative effect.
- Mint tea. Caffeine-free but valued for its benefits for digestion, antimicrobial properties, and antiviral characteristics.
- Golden milk latte. Adding a pinch of black pepper to this beverage enhances the bioavailability of curcumin.
- Rooibos tea. It contains antioxidants like aspalathin and quercetin, which may benefit heart health and have anti-inflammatory effects.
Keep in mind that news materials are not a substitute for a doctor’s advice. Consult a specialist before making decisions.
