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