Whether you’re a die-hard cover lover or the queen of matcha tea, everyone loves to get the day started with their special beverage. That one you dream about the night before and is the first thing that comes to mind when you open your eyes. Maybe you bolt to the Starbucks drive-thru for that creamy Pumpkin Spice Latte. Or maybe you make a nice brew of espresso as the sun rises. In order to spice up your morning routine, we rounded up 5 delicious health-conscious beverages to kick off your morning.

How you start your day is everything, so might as well start it with a mouth-watering pick-me-up. These 5 beverages all have one thing in common-they contain numerous health benefits and are easy to make.

Why Health-Conscious Beverages?

Incorporating a health-conscious beverage into your morning routine can set healthy habits and benefit your body. The morning time is when our bodies are preparing for the big day ahead.

By consuming a beverage with plenty of nutrients, your body now has the energy it needs to carry out biochemical processes throughout the day. These 5 delicious health-conscious beverages not only benefit your health but will leave your mouth watering for more.

1.) Energizing Blended Cacao Beverage

Cacao is widely known for its ceremonial uses in Shamanic Healing, various health benefits, and spiritual benefits. Organic raw cacao contains phytonutrients such as sulfur, magnesium, and phenylethylamine. It also contains vitamins, minerals, fiber, natural carbohydrates, and protein.

Theobromine is a chemical similar to the chemical structure of caffeine, but differing in what system in the body it stimulates. Rather than stimulating the nervous system like caffeine, it stimulates the cardiovascular system. This opens up your blood vessels and creates a sense of alertness. You will be left with a satisfied palette and an energized body.

Ingredients:

1 tsp. Organic Maca Powder

2 tbsp. Organic Raw Cacao Powder

2 cups almond milk (or milk of choice)

1 tbsp. sweetner (honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, etc.)

Preparation:

Combine Maca, Cacao, sweetner, and Almond Milk in blender

Blend until smooth

Enjoy!

2.) Whipped Matcha Latte

A matcha latte is a perfect beverage for green tea lovers and those who want to enjoy a coffee replacement. With three times the amount of caffeine as loose leaf green tea, you will definitely get your energy on.

This gorgeous green drink also contains higher amounts of nutrients than regular loose leaf green tea. The bottom line is matcha definitely ticks the box regarding health-conscious beverages. It contains numerous antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins linked to protection against heart disease, cancer, and improved blood circulation.

So what are you waiting for? Let’s whip up some matcha.

Ingredients:

2 tsp. Organic Matcha Powder

1 1/2 cups almond milk (or milk of choice)

1 cup hot water

2 tbsp. maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)

Preparation:

Combine hot water and matcha powder in mug (stir until lumps are gone)

Blend oat or almond milk and maple syrup in blender until foamy consistency is reached

Heat up blended syrup and milk foam

Combine hot matcha water mixture and milk foam into mason jar (or large container)

Enjoy!

3.) Green Jade Juice

This Green Jade Juice will leave your insides smiling. The best part is…no expensive juicer needed, just a blender. This blended beverage is made with cucumber, celery, and lemon. This is the perfect blend to hydrate and detoxify your precious body before the day gets rollin.

Cucumber and celery are high in water content, making it wonderfully hydrating. If you consume this drink on an empty stomach in the morning, the celery will increase stomach acid. Don’ worry this is a good thing…now your food will break down properly.

Ingredients:

3 bunches organic celery

2 organic cucumbers

1 cup filtered water

1 lemon, juiced (optional)

Preparation:

Wash cucumber, celery, and lemon to remove dirt

Cut tops and ends off celery then cut celery and cucumber into small pieces and place in blender

Cut lemon in half and squeeze juice into blender

Add filtered water and blend on high

Pour mixture into strainer and catch juice underneath

Add ice cubes for refreshing coldness

Enjoy!

4.) Strawberry Mushroom Magic

Made with mushroom love, this is not your typical strawberry smoothie. Packed with all the nutrients of strawberries, this smoothie also contains extra immune-boosting benefits from mushrooms.

Made with Zhou Nutrition’s Mushroom 8-Plex powder, your smoothie contains the 8 most beneficial mushrooms to your health. A combination of Lion’s Mane, Chaga, Reishi, Royal Agaricus, Turkey Tail, Shiitake, and Maitake brings you brainpower, energy, endurance, and immune health.

Ingredients:

2 cups organic frozen strawberries

1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)

2 tbsp. agave nectar (or sweetener of choice)

1 tsp. Mushroom 8-Plex powder

Preparation:
Combine all ingredients in blender and blend

Enjoy!

5.) Nut Butter Turmeric Latte

This one goes out to the coffee lovers. Specifically, the ones who are actually trying to drink less coffee. Turmeric lattes are savory, nourishing, and packed with antioxidants. This will hold over your coffee craving while providing a healthy alternative.

This recipe contains ginger and cinnamon for extra nourishment. Ginger and turmeric are major anti-inflammatory foods while cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants. Your body will be receiving the ultimate care while your taste buds experience one of the most delicious health-conscious beverages.

Ingredients:

3/4 tsp. organic turmeric powder

1/2 tsp. ground ginger

1 pinch of black pepper

1 tsp. honey (or sweetener of choice)

1 tbsp. almond butter (or nut butter of choice)

1 1/2 cups water (or plant-based milk for creamier drink)

1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

1 tsp. organic vanilla extract

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients in blender

Blend until frothy and smooth

Warm in small pot and serve

Enjoy!

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