I bet I see at least 10 memes a day on social media about this one thing…
It’s not bacon memes, though those are certainly prevalent.
It’s not Ryan Gosling “Hey Girl” memes, but those are pretty funny too.
I’m talking about coffee memes — specifically how people can’t seem to function without it.
It appears we have an epidemic of fatigue on our hands, and many people are self-medicating by pumping their bodies with an almost-constant supply of coffee all. day. long.
{And don’t even get me started on energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster!}
But is coffee good for you? What is the truth about caffeine?
The caffeine boost comes with its fair share of problems, including:
- stomach irritation {goodbye, gut health!}
- potentially negative effects on the thyroid and adrenal glands
- feelings of nervousness, anxiety, or “the jitters”
- heart palpitations
- insomnia
What if we decide it’s time to nourish our bodies instead of giving them a caffeine buzz?
What if we give up the fleeting, artificial energy from coffee and energy drinks and choose REAL energy instead?
A life without caffeine DOES NOT mean a life without energy!
How about 15 naturally energizing drinks that won’t wreck your health or your sleep?
Start your day with this!
The simplest ingredients deliver the most refreshing, detoxifying, and energizing start to the day! Start your day with THIS! Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Pineapple-Carrot-Turmeric Spritzer {aka best period drink ever}
The main enzyme in pineapple is bromelain — and it’s super-charged with energy. Add turmeric into the mix, and you end up with a refreshing drink that is hormone-balancing, anti-inflammatory, and energizing. Perfect for anyone, and especially perfect for combating menstrual fatigue. Via todayindietzville.com.
Vanilla Maca Cooler with Vanilla-Infused Ice Cubes
A cold, refreshing way to harness the energy-boosting adaptogen, maca! No caffeine, just pure, sustained energy. via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Moringa Powder Smoothie: The Best Natural Energy Booster to Start Your Day (and Keep You Going All Day Long)
Add moringa powder to your morning smoothie and watch your energy levels stay elevated all day long. This nutrient-dense powder contains over 90 vitamins and minerals! It’s a great way to re-energize your body and clarify your mind without the nasty side effects of caffeine. Via organicauthority.com.
All-Natural Energy Boosting Drink
Apple cider vinegar has so many benefits, not the least of which is providing feel-good energy. Get that boost you crave — without crashing later — with this drink! Via liverenewed.com.
Black & White Maca Mocha
Get a natural energy boost from maca — an adaptogen that promotes energy and vitality, boosts your mood, and helps with hormone balance! via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Chia Seed Natural Energy Drink: Chia Fresca
A traditional Mexican Indian drink, chia fresca (or iskiate) has been used as endurance energy for thousands of years. Chia seeds are the star ingredient in this drink, and they’re packed with good protein, Omega-3s, calcium, and magnesium. Via hurrythefoodup.com.
Wellness Shot — Turmeric Tonic with Coconut Water, Ginger, and Honey
An energy boost that’s also anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting? Yes, please! Do a shot of this powerful tonic and feel energy flood into your cells. Via mommypotamus.com.
Make Your Own Electrolyte Energy Drink
Feeling low on energy? It could be that your body is low on electrolytes. Interestingly, coffee actually depletes your body’s electrolytes — causing more fatigue in the long run. Make your own electrolyte drink to replenish yourself after a workout, during illness, or just everyday. Via everydayroots.com.
A Coffee-Free Morning Pick-Me-Up
If you’re experiencing headaches and grumpiness from quitting caffeine and want to get over it fast, try this! A quick shot of apple cider vinegar in the morning can help get you over the hump and keep you feeling feisty for your day. Via modernparentsmessykids.com.
Detox Drink for Daily Enjoyment and Cleansing
Part of having energy is daily detox — removing all the toxins and stuff that slow down the mind and body. Sip on a fruit-infused water to facilitate natural detox and boost your energy. Just pure fruity water — no caffeine or sugar! Via everydayroots.com.
KYF #125 DIY Herbal Coffee Substitutes
If giving up coffee makes you feel deprived, substitute your morning cup of joe with a tasty, caffeine-free herbal coffee. By itself or blended with healthy fats, herbal coffee substitutes are a delicious and comforting way to start your morning without the caffeine. Via TraditionalCookingSchool.com.
Chia Seed Energy Shot
Here’s another way to get the energizing punch of chia seeds — in a shot! The perfect pick-me-up any time of day! Via bodyunburdened.com.
Sunshine Energy Smoothie
Good morning, sunshine! Packed with Vitamin C, in addition to the benefits of apple cider vinegar, this smoothie will leave you anything but groggy. (Note: substitute the agave in this recipe for enzyme-rich raw honey or leave out the sweetener altogether.) Via kriscarr.com.
Sugar-Free Dandy Blend Latte {with MCT Oil!}
Medium-chain triglycerides (aka MCTs) are digested easily and quickly travel to your liver where they are used as an immediate source of energy. This latte contains no dairy, sugar, or caffeine, yet it satisfies like a coffeehouse latte AND provides a boost of energy from the MCT oil! via TodayInDietzville.com.
DIY Herbal Coffee Substitutes
If you want to kick the caffeine habit for good — or simply introduce healing herbs into your life — the DIY Herbal Coffee Substitutes eBook by my friend Jessica Espinoza at Delicious Obsessions is EXACTLY what you need!
This eBook is full of proprietary herbal coffee recipes, plus how to mix them to produce your own gourmet, coffee shop drinks at home — without the caffeine, sugary syrups, and additives.
Coffee lovers who know you shouldn’t be drinking coffee — this book is for YOU! You don’t have to miss the taste and experience of coffee just because you’re giving up caffeine.
Want to learn more about this book?
Jessica was a guest on Wardee’s Know Your Food Podcast, and you can tune in here!
If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to break the caffeine addiction, one of these natural energy-boosting drinks is sure to combat the fatigue epidemic and help you regain your health and natural energy.
Do you want to break the caffeine habit and have real energy instead?
P.S. If you want to kick the caffeine habit without giving up the taste of coffee, then you should check out:
Better Than Store-Bought! Healing and Delicious Herbal Coffee Drinks
DIY Herbal Coffee Substitutes, from Traditional Cooking School’s friend Jessica Espinoza, is a complete guide to making delicious herbal coffees to support healing and stress relief.
Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll soon discover inside DIY Herbal Coffee Substitutes:
- Jessica puts an end to the is coffee “bad for you” vs. “good for you” debate once and for all
- Discover some of the healthiest replacements for coffee on the planet that you’ll love to drink every single day… and get great benefits from as well
- Find out how some of the most powerful ingredients found in nature such as Chicory Root can have a HUGE impact on your overall health
- Jessica pulls back the curtain on the proprietary formulas for her most popular herbal coffee blends (Clean Living and Happy Liver, anyone?), including THREE never before released blends.
- You’ll get amazing coffee shop style recipes that include: Vanilla Almond Latte, Frozen Peppermint Mocha, Salted Caramel Macchiato, S’mores Latte, Buttered Maple Cream…and MANY more…
- Jessica includes all my her exclusive tips for perfect blending as well
- Want to learn how to brew the most perfect cup of herbal coffee? She shows you her tried-and-tested tips and secrets that work like a charm every single time. Never have a bad cup of herbal coffee again…
- You get a comprehensive list of Jessica’s favorite resources for herbs and supplies…
- You get over 50 pages of “no fluff” and “no filler”…only the best advice, recipes, and blends…
Click here for more info or to buy now. We highly recommend it!
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Great post Lindsey, will definitely be giving some of the recipes a try his year.
Amazing Drink!!! Thanks for sharing with us.It’s not only tasty, but it also too delicious.