Why A Coffee Substitute Could Be A Better Choice

By Sharon Olson


Drinking coffee first thing in the morning and even throughout the day is something that many people around the world do. It has become such a staple of the daily routine to the point that it is even a cult phenomenon with various chains and franchises available to cater to the addiction. A coffee substitute, however, may just be the answer for anyone concerned about the effects of regular consumption of this beverage.

Coffee drinking is rather trendy, probably because it tastes so good! Other reasons you may consume it could be for a quick pick-me-up or a boost of energy during the day or even at night. Most people who drink it at night may have work to do or may be students about to pull an all-nighter with their schoolwork. Other people, still, consume the beverage because - truth be told - there are some health benefits associated with it.

Studies have shown that not only does it decrease the risk of Type 2 diabetes for those who consume it regularly, it also proves to be effective in the prevention of certain diseases. Two diseases that seem to be affected by the consumption of caffeine are Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. There is also the fact that the beverage contains an abundance of antioxidants, which is good for the body.

Even though there are some benefits to the drink, caffeine consumption can also be harmful. Drinking it late at night may help someone to stay awake, but that does not mean it will give focus. This could be quite counterproductive. As a result, sleep habits could be severely affected if caffeine consumption at night is a regular occurrence. Using coffee as a way to boost energy means diminishing the body's use of its natural resources.

Substitutes for this drink have become more and more popular in recent years for a number of reasons. First of all, there is the addiction aspect, which is never a good thing. Caffeine increases stress hormones. It can also be an expensive habit, with substitutes proving to be cost-effective overall. Additional reasons for choosing a substitute could be religious, or simply for the purposes of creating recipes that kids would enjoy.

You may wonder what a substitute is made from. The list includes vegetable ingredients like sweet potato, potato, beetroot, carrot and asparagus. Meanwhile, there are also products available made with almonds, acorns, molasses, dandelion root and wheat bran.

Substitutes can be prepared in a number of ways, all of them similar to or exactly like preparation methods for coffee and also tea. Some come in a very fine powder form and immediately dissolve when added to boiling water. Others are ground and can be brewed just like coffee, such as chicory. Finally, there are substitutes which can be prepared much like tea, as they come whole and must be steeped in boiling water.

Top brands in substitutes are Teeccinno, Ayurvedic Roast and Dandy Blend. Teeccino gets good reviews due to being herbal and also gluten-free, making it perfect for those with such health issues. It also contains no caffeine or soy. Ayurvedic Roast tastes like the real stuff, and is also one hundred percent organic. Dandy Blend is made with dandelion root and is instant.




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