Are you not much of a coffee drinker, but could you use a nice pick-me-up in the morning? These 6 delicious drinks can not only give you a big energy boost in the morning, they also ensure that you are full for the time being and they have some other health benefits. That sounds worth it, right?
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Ingredients :blueberries, green matcha powder, kale, chia seeds, water and ice cubes
The matcha in this delicious drink gives you a caffeine boost:because you're ingesting the whole tea leaves (instead of the tea you normally draw from them), you're getting about three times as much caffeine as drinking a cup of tea. Make sure not to drink too much of this divine substance:the recommended maximum amount of caffeine you could drink in a day is 300 milligrams per day. A normal cup of tea contains approximately between 35 and 55 milligrams… The combination of blueberries, chia seeds and kale also provides 10 grams of fiber per smoothie, so that you will remain full for a while and your intestines stay healthy. What more could you want?
Ingredients :apple, pear, maple syrup, vegetable milk, cinnamon powder, oatmeal flakes
This oatmeal smoothie will get you through even the toughest mornings. Did you know that oatmeal is one of the foods that gives you the most energy? Oatmeal contains few sugars, but complex carbohydrates, making it a long-lasting source of energy. In addition, they are full of vitamin B, which you need to convert food into energy. Combine that with the natural sugars of the apple and pear and you have a delicious breakfast without the peak in your blood sugar level. And yes, it tastes like apple pie – enjoy!
Ingredients :(cooked) sweet potato, orange, maca powder, cinnamon, maple syrup, unsweetened almond milk
Sweet potato is also a good energy booster! It may not be the first thing you think of in the morning, but thanks to the complex carbohydrates, iron and magnesium found in these orange beetles, they'll give you a huge bucket of energy. Sweet potatoes also contain vitamin C, which your body needs to transport fats and produce energy. The combination with maca powder (made from the Peruvian maca root) provides additional nutrients including fiber and copper, which help keep your bones healthy, boost your immune system and stimulate red blood cell production. Sweet potato smoothie, any one?
Ingredients :(frozen) blueberries, cucumber, unsweetened green tea, lime juice, honey, ice cubes
The green tea in this moisturizing cucumber smoothie contains some natural caffeine, which gives you energy without the rushed feeling that coffee can give you. In addition, green tea also contains a catechin, a vegetable component that has an anti-inflammatory effect and can boost your metabolism. Want to make this smoothie a little more filling? Then add some healthy fats:use chia seed, linseed, hemp seed or avocado for a creamy, satiating smoothie.
Ingredients :almond milk, green tea matcha powder, honey
Do you like a hot drink in the morning? Then this creamy matcha latte is a perfect replacement for your cup of coffee. Not only do the caffeine and matcha powder give you an energy boost, this latte can also boost your brain activity. A 2017 study found that moderate matcha tea consumption improved cognitive performance, especially in terms of reaction speed and memory. Prefer a cold drink? This one is also delicious with ice cream!
Ingredients :(seedless) dates, unsweetened coconut milk, avocado, spinach, mint leaves, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, cocoa nibs
This wonderfully fresh mint smoothie gives you some spice in the morning. Because it's packed with spinach, you get a lot of magnesium and iron, nutrients that are essential for producing energy. The natural caffeine that you will find in the cocoa nibs also provides an energy boost in the morning. But especially the flavonoids that you find in the cocoa are of great help, because they stimulate blood flow to your brain and heart, prevent cell damage, lower your blood pressure and prevent blood clots. In addition, it also tastes delicious:win-win!
