الجمعة، 8 يناير 2016

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.

It's quite a trend to be a coffee drinker in this day and age, but the truth is that the stuff tastes wonderful. There are those who drink it at specific periods in the day, whether it's to wake up fully or for a quick pick-me-up. These people tend to be late night workers or students. Others who enjoy this hot beverage do so knowing that there are quite a few health benefits to consuming it, even though not everyone believes it.

The drink, when consumed on a regular basis, can actually decrease the risk of getting Type 2 diabetes. It has also shown to have some effect in preventing certain diseases, particularly Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's. There are lots of antioxidants found in coffee as well, and everyone knows that antioxidants are 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.

The substitute for this drink has grown in popularity in recent times. There are many reasons why. To begin with, caffeine is addictive, which is problematic. It also increases hormones related to stress. Depending on your taste, you may also be spending quite a bit on coffee, so a substitute could be less expensive. Some people, such as Mormons, use substitutes for religious reasons. Others use them simply because they may have things to make to eat or drink that children may like.

Substitutes are made of a number of ingredients, so there is truly something for every personal taste in the market. Asparagus, carrot, beetroot, potato peel and sweet potato are just some the vegetable ingredients that can be used to create a substitute. There are also products available made of acorns, almonds, molasses, wheat bran and dandelion root. The list is almost endless.

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.

Ayurvedic Roast, Dandy Blend and Teeccino are three very popular choice of substitute. The first is favored based on how similar the taste is to the real thing, as well as the fact that it is 100% organic. The second is an instant coffee version made of dandelion root, which is a healing herb. Teeccino is a favorite for those who need a gluten-free, herbal option that does not contain caffeine or soy.




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