Coffee not only boosts alertness and focus, it’s also packed with antioxidants – one of the largest sources for these powerful compounds! Caffeine’s protective role against degenerative effects associated with age such as cognitive decline, dementia and Parkinson’s disease makes it one of the largest dietary sources.

Coffee with milk, cream and sugar adds extra energy, but it’s packed with fat and unnecessary calories. If you want a healthier way of making coffee at home, simple kitchen ingredients such as grass-fed butter, vanilla extract and stevia may suffice – while turmeric and ginger spices offer additional health benefits, from improved digestion to decreased inflammation.

Store-bought flavored syrups and creamers often contain an array of additives, from added sugar to artificial flavors, that may provide short-term energy boosts but over time lead to weight gain and nutritional deficiencies. For long-term benefits, it may be worthwhile reducing consumption by opting for healthier homemade alternatives instead.

If you enjoy lattes, try this at-home cashew latte recipe. Enjoy all the creamy texture without all of the added sugar and dairy while getting an added dose of heart-healthy plant protein from cashews. Additionally, cinnamon may help lower blood sugar and increase mental focus while also relieving stress, reducing inflammation, and aiding weight loss. For an additional boost add raw honey for antiviral and antifungal benefits.