There is nothing better than starting your morning off with a little bit of caffeine to kick off your day. While many look to coffee for their caffeine kick of the day, we recommend tea to give you that extra boost of energy in the morning. The caffeine found in tea differs from the caffeine found in coffee as it delivers longer energy boosts and fewer adverse side effects. Tea offers a more focused and sustained amount of energy levels without that dreadful caffeine crash often experienced with coffee. While coffee can cause jittery feelings, drinking tea can reduce your stress level while also making you feel more alert.
Caffeine is one of the main sources of energy that is found in many teas. Not only does it boost your energy, but it also promotes focus and calmness. There are different amounts of caffeine found in different teas. The antioxidant properties and compounds found in tea allow for energy-boosting and other health benefits which is far more than coffee can say. This is primarily due to the presence of L-Theanine, a compound found in tea that promotes these side effects. L-Theanine is a unique amino acid that is commonly associated with brain function and its effects on the central nervous system. Similar to caffeine, different types of teas contain different amounts of l-theanine. L-Theanine works in conjunction with caffeine to provide improved brain function.
So, take the alternate route and get your caffeine intake from tea with these 4 energizing teas to help kick off your morning.
Green Tea (nutritional benefits + caffeine)
Although Green Tea contains less caffeine than coffee, it still has enough to provide a more stable energy supply. Recent studies have shown that consuming a glass of green tea every day can significantly boost your endurance and energy. Aside from green tea acts as an energy booster, it also can help lower blood pressure levels, repair damaged skin, and provide your body with other healthy nutrients to supplement a healthy lifestyle. Drinking green tea can result in mental alertness without the caffeine crash associated with other energy drinks. Green Tea also is known to contain small amounts of vitamin C which is another compound linked to energy boosting.
One type of Green Tea that is a big caffeine boost that is loaded with catechizes & polyphenols is Matcha. A single serving of Matcha can boost your alertness for an entire day, whereas coffee is typically absorbed in just 30 minutes. This is due to the high concentration of antioxidants and amino acids found in Matcha. L-theanine works with caffeine to absorb caffeine over time which equates to a prolonged effect of alertness. It also means that you do not face the harsh side effects commonly associated with caffeine. Our Green Tea Collection is full of teas that can provide you with all of the side effects listed above, try it today.
Black Tea (bold & comparable to coffee)
Black Tea is another tea drink that is high in caffeine, in fact, it may contain the highest amount of caffeine when compared to others. It is low-calorie and packed with antioxidants. Not only can Black Tea assist in promoting alertness, but it also can improve your gut health, reduce blood sugar levels, and lower your risk of heart disease. According to the FDA, certain blends of black tea may contain up to 90 milligrams of caffeine in a single 8-oz serving. This is due to the long fermentation process associated with the preparation of black tea leaves. Though 90 milligrams may be only half of the amount of caffeine found in coffee, it also means that there is less risk for caffeine crashes or jittery feelings. We recommend checking out our collection of Black Teas to experience the effects it has on your energy levels.
White tea (less aggressive)
White tea provides the most subtle effect of caffeine as it contains a high number of antioxidants but a lesser amount of caffeine. Some of the other impressive benefits associated with white tea include acting as an aid in weight loss, benefitting your dental health, and combatting skin aging. White tea provides you with an alternate approach to caffeine intake as it has a gentler effect. Because white tea leaves go through less processing, we do not see a higher level of caffeine present in it. Our White Peony Tea is a great way to get your subtle dose of caffeine.
If you are looking for a caffeine boost of energy but don’t want to experience the uncertainty of adverse effects found in coffee, try tea. Among the many other health benefits, tea takes a more practical approach to boost your energy and prolonging your alertness throughout the day. Tea is guaranteed to give you a subtle mental boost and can assist in improving your health in many other ways.
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