Wake-up call: 8 healthy coffee alternatives

Yawn! First a coffee... It is Germany's number one stimulant, stimulates our digestion and raises our blood pressure. However, scientists have been trying to find out for decades whether the black hot drink is actually healthy or more of an annoying vice. But one thing is certain: we can wake up without the brewed caffeine kick. In addition to the roasted bean, Mother Nature also provides other stimulants. And they are undoubtedly healthy too.

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09/18/2018, 12:00
Ständig müde? Vielleicht sollten Sie es statt mit der fünften Tasse Kaffee mal mit diesen Wachmachern aus der Natur versuchen.© iStock
Tired all the time? Maybe you should try these natural wake-up boosters instead of your fifth cup of coffee.
Wasser marsch: Viel trinken ist für alle Organe wichtig und macht uns frisch und munter.© fotolia
Water march: Drinking plenty of water is important for all organs and keeps us fresh and alert.
Grünes Superfood: Matcha-Tee erweckt die Lebensgeister, ganz ohne uns nervös oder unruhig zu machen.© fotolia
Green superfood: Matcha tea awakens our spirits without making us nervous or restless.
Wunderwaffe Ingwer: Nicht nur für die Abwehrkräfte ein echter Booster, auch Müdigkeit vertreibt die Knolle im Nu.© fotolia
Wonder weapon ginger: not only a real booster for the immune system, the tuber also banishes tiredness in no time at all.
Sauer macht lustig und munter! Vitamin C steckt vor allem in Früchten und Gemüse.© iStock
Vitamin C is mainly found in fruit and vegetables.
Naschkatzen, aufgepasst! Wenn der Jieper kommt, einfach mal zur dunklen Schokolade greifen. Die macht wach und glücklich.© iStock
Sweet tooths, watch out! When you get a craving, just reach for the dark chocolate. It wakes you up and makes you happy.
  1. All-purpose weapon ginger
  2. Pick-me-up matcha tea
  3. Life elixir water
  4. Energy kick vitamin C
  5. Dark chocolate for happiness
  6. The right breakfast to wake you up
  7. Apple cider vinegar as a home remedy
  8. Healthy snacks

1. all-purpose weapon ginger

Ginger is the ultimate answer for colds, muscle pain or as a slightly spicy kitchen seasoning. This great tuber not only strengthens our immune system but also stimulates our circulation.

2. pick-me-up matcha tea

Matcha is also a pick-me-up! The amino acids contained in the Japanese green tea powder awaken the spirits and promote concentration without making you restless.

3. elixir of life: water

Water is supposed to wake you up, you ask? Yes, and not just when you splash it on your face. The elixir of life supplies our brain with fluids and boosts our metabolism. Drink a lot is the motto!

4. energy boost vitamin C

Fruit and vegetables are particularly rich in vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid. Probably the best known of all vitamins, it is involved in various processes in our body. In addition to its antioxidant effect, it also provides us with energy.

5. happiness maker dark chocolate

Fancy something sweet? Then you should reach for dark chocolate in future. 100 grams of dark chocolate actually contain up to 100 milligrams of caffeine. The plant substance theobromine also has a stimulating effect and makes you happy.

6. the right breakfast to wake you up

The right breakfast helps us get the day off to a good start. While carbohydrate- and sugar-rich sandwiches or cornflakes tend to make us tired, a protein-rich breakfast with superfoods such as chia seeds and goji berries boosts our energy levels.

7. apple cider vinegar as a home remedy

Apple cider vinegar is not only rich in vitamins and minerals, it also has a positive effect on our blood sugar levels. So if you drink a glass of water with a dash of apple cider vinegar instead of coffee, you can prevent fatigue and cravings.

8. healthy snacking

In addition to dark chocolate, nuts also provide an extra portion of energy. They are rich in saturated fatty acids, valuable minerals and vitamins, which are a better and more sustainable way to get us out of our afternoon slump than a cup of coffee.


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