Oftentimes, it’s not the caffeine that makes giving up a coffee addiction so difficult, but the place it holds in our culture. Coffee is the American ritual—a treat for getting out of bed in the morning and starting your day. While coffee in moderation isn’t necessarily a bad thing, drinking more than one cup per day can dehydrate you, tax your adrenals, and make you jittery. This is especially true for those who are sensitive to caffeine.
So why not consider starting your day with a beverage that does nothing but nourish your body and soul? Warm or cold, try one of these super healthy treats and change up your morning ritual:
1. Matcha Green Tea
With a little bit of caffeine, this green tea powder is a great way to transition away from other, more potent morning beverages. Sourced from the Camellia sinensis bush, the leaves are stone ground into a fine powder. The tea has high concentrations of antioxidants and polyphenols that fight the free radicals that damage your DNA and cells, according to Dr. Weil.
2. Dandelion and Chicory Root Tea
Dandelion and chicory roots are a match made in health heaven. Dandelion roots are blood purifiers that help both the liver and kidneys remove impurities. Chicory is good for digestion and cleansing the urinary tract and liver. The tea looks like coffee and has a rich taste without the caffeine.
3. Filtered Water and Lemon
It may not be the most exciting combination in the world, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less effective. Filtered water and lemon rehydrates and helps your body with elimination. It also helps rid the liver of toxins.
4. Teeccino
Teeccino is an amazing invention because it tastes like coffee but it’s made from herbs, grains, fruits, and nuts, all roasted together in a similar preparation to coffee, according to Dr. Oz. And it’s caffeine-free, so for those in love with the taste of coffee that are sensitive to caffeine, it’s a good choice.
5. Peppermint Tea
