5 Drinks Beyond Coffee To Energise Your Lazy Afternoons

By Bornika Das

December 29, 2023

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Afternoons are the toughest time of the day as the wave of laziness and the constant urge to lie down on your bed is at its strongest during those hours. If you turn to coffee during these times to get over the drowsiness then here are other energy-boosting drinks that will serve the same purpose without caffeine? Take a look at some of these energy-boosting drinks: 

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Lemon Water

Do you know you can have lemon water not only during mornings but in the afternoon as well? The refreshing flavour of the lemon along with its antioxidants will help you look and feel fresher and energetic.

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Coconut Water

Drinking coconut water is another natural way of getting that energy boost. It packs a lot of nutrients along with a mildly sweet flavour that makes it delicious as well.

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Green Tea

Although it has caffeine in it, it is significantly low than coffee. The main reason behind the popularity of green tea is that it has a lot of antioxidants that help keep you focused while also increasing your concentration level which help you to concentrate brushing off laziness. 

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Wheatgrass Juice

Wheatgrass juice is a great way of adding some essential vitamins and minerals to your diet with one simple drink. The juice helps in getting rid of the afternoon sluggishness.

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Smoothie 

You add basically any ingredient according to your preference be it bananas, dry fruits, spinach, kale, apples, strawberries, raspberries, cranberries, blueberries, and more. The addition of yogurt makes it gut-friendly.

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Golden Milk

Also known as turmeric milk, this drink is made of turmeric, honey and a blend of spices black pepper, cinnamon, and ginger. It has zero caffeine but combat fatigue, increase overall energy level.

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Kombucha 

Kombucha is a fermented tea beverage known for its probiotic content, which can support gut health and overall well-being. It has small amount of caffeine less than coffee.

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