“5 Morning Drinks Health Experts Recommend Instead of Coffee”

Although coffee or regular tea may be the focus of your morning regimen, the caffeine is ultimately harmful to your health. Think about these beverages in their place.

Starting the day off well can set the tone for the rest of the day, both physically and psychologically. Many people frequently choose caffeinated beverages like coffee or tea, but they may not always be the healthiest alternatives, as they can have an impact on metabolism or result in energy crashes. They also help you achieve other objectives, like lowering belly fat, improving digestion, and shrinking your waistline, by making wise choices.

In her August 16 Instagram post, nutritionist Amaka, who often posts tips for improving health to her Instagram following, emphasized a few easy morning beverages that may help with digestion, minimize bloating, and give your metabolism a natural boost.

Since herbal teas are naturally caffeine-free, here is a list of all the teas she shared for the morning:

1. Peppermint Tea

• Problems with gas are relieved by peppermint tea.
• Problems with gas can be alleviated by drinking peppermint tea.
• Take 1 cup of hot water and add either a peppermint tea bag or 6 fresh mint leaves, along with 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger, to create.
• Since it aids with digestion and minimizes bloating, take it first thing in the morning and after each of your meals.
• The leaves of the peppermint plant (Mentha piperita) are used to make peppermint tea, an herbal infusion. It has a minty, refreshing flavor and is caffeine-free.

Benefits:

• Digestive aid: Peppermint tea is often used to alleviate digestive issues such gas, bloating, and indigestion. Peppermint’s menthol content helps calm the muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, facilitating easy digestion.

• Natural decongestant: The menthol in peppermint may aid in clearing nasal congestion and alleviate cold and allergy symptoms. It works as a natural decongestant and has calming effects on the respiratory system.

• Stress reduction: The aroma of peppermint may have a calming effect, which may aid in lowering stress and anxiety. Additionally, it could aid in reducing headaches and migraines.

• Antibacterial qualities: Peppermint tea has antibacterial effects that help combat viruses and germs, promoting oral and general health.

Calorie count: 2 calories per cup (without sweeteners)

2. Tea with turmeric and black pepper:

Advantages: Reduces bloating in the stomach and soothes the digestive system. Adding them to your green detox will work wonders for your waistline.
Mix 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder (or freshly grated turmeric) with a pinch of black pepper in 1 cup of hot water to prepare. Allow it to soak and cool for three minutes, then sip it half-warm.

3. Ginger and pineapple tea:

Pineapple and ginger tea are beneficial for reducing abdominal fat.
Tea made with ginger and pineapple is beneficial for reducing abdominal fat.

Advantages: This tea can help you get rid of resistant belly fat. Try it and see your tummy flatten.
To prepare, combine the peels of one medium-sized pineapple (washed thoroughly), two tablespoons of freshly grated ginger, one small lime (optional, cut in half), and one tablespoon of cloves in four cups of water (250 ml each). Boil for ten minutes, then let it cool down a little before drinking it warm.

4. Green tea with lemon slices

To make: In a cup of hot water, add three slices of fresh lemon and one green tea bag. Allow it to steep, then drink while it’s still warm.

Green tea, which is produced from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, is one of the best beverages to begin your day. Green tea leaves are not oxidized unlike oolong or black teas, which keeps their organic antioxidants intact.

Advantages:

• Antioxidant capability: Green tea has a high concentration of catechins, notably epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which are powerful antioxidants. According to Biochemistry Research International, these catechins may lower the risk of chronic illnesses by aiding in the fight against free radicals.

• Increased metabolism: By releasing fatty acids from fat tissues and making them available for use as energy, green tea may boost metabolism, enhance fat burning, and improve physical performance.

• Calming impact: The amino acid L-theanine promotes relaxation and concentration without making you sleepy. When coupled with the low level of caffeine, it can result in a calm and well-balanced state of alertness.

2–5 calories per cup

5. Lemon, chia seeds, ginger, and apple cider vinegar (ACV) tea:

Advantages: It’s the perfect combination for flat belly tea, it’s a great way to start the day with super active drinking, it eliminates bloating entirely, and it speeds up your metabolism.
Mix 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar (with the mother), 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger, 1 medium-sized ginger slice, and 1 tablespoon of chia seeds in 1 cup of boiling hot water. Allow to soak for 4 minutes until warm, then add the apple cider vinegar and chia seeds, stir well, and drink immediately.

A word to the readers: The purpose of this essay is merely to provide information and not to take the place of expert medical guidance. If you have any queries concerning a medical ailment, always consult your doctor.

Why should you stop drinking coffee in the morning?

Since it disrupts the body’s normal cortisol production, caffeine might be harmful first thing in the morning, especially on an empty stomach. This hormone helps to control blood pressure, blood sugar levels, energy levels, and stress response. The body’s natural cortisol rhythm can be thrown off by drinking caffeine after waking up, which can make you more reliant on caffeine to stay awake. Additionally, a nutritionist states that excessive amounts of cortisol can cause problems such high blood pressure, type-2 diabetes, heart illness, and bone loss.

Additionally, caffeine may have additional adverse consequences. These may include anxiety, an elevated heart rate, and jitters, especially when you have it on an empty stomach. By exacerbating symptoms of gut diseases like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), nausea, heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux, it can also cause dehydration and impact digestion. Excessive caffeine use might cause persistent problems over time; therefore, it’s best to limit your intake and think about other, healthier options.

Conclusion 

Although many individuals start their day with coffee or tea, health professionals warn that caffeine might interfere with the body’s natural cortisol rhythms, result in energy crashes, and contribute to health problems such as hypertension, diabetes, and digestive difficulties. Instead, nutritionist Amaka recommends five caffeine-free alternatives to help increase energy, aid digestion, and reduce bloating:

• Peppermint Tea – Functions as a natural decongestant while also alleviating bloating, gas, and digestive issues.
• Black Pepper & Turmeric Tea – Improves digestion, reduces stomach discomfort, and helps with weight control.
• Ginger & Pineapple Tea – Improves digestive health, aids metabolism, and helps lower abdominal fat.
• Green Tea with Lemon – High in antioxidants, increases metabolism, aids fat burning, and sharpens focus.
• Chia seeds, lemon, ginger, and apple cider vinegar tea is a detox beverage that targets a “flat stomach” by reducing bloating and increasing metabolism.

You may enhance digestion, aid in weight reduction, and begin your day with long-lasting, natural energy by substituting these healthful beverages for coffee, all without the adverse effects of caffeine.

References-

This article is written as per the clinical experience of ENT Specialist doctor -Dr Sagar Rajkuwar(MS-ENT) ,Nashik Maharashtra -Clinic website-www.entspecialistinnashik.com

References taken from- https://www.healthshots.com/  https://www.hindustantimes.com/