Hello, my name is (insert your name), and I am a coffee addict.
Most college students, myself included, could easily introduce ourselves that way. If I do not have at least two coffee-based drinks a day, let’s just say things are not pretty. However, coffee is not the best for your health. It can become addictive, can cause problems for your skin, can cause you to store fat, raise blood pressure, and cause insomnia and restlessness. I have recently decided decrease my coffee intake – how will I even survive? Luckily, there are six alternative sources to drinking coffee every day that will boost your energy.
1. Start Exercising
Exercise may not increase your level of energy initially, but long term exercise will increase circulation and improve the heart muscle. Besides, exercise is a great habit to get into. Think of how great you’ll look if you hit the gym instead of drinking that Starbucks latte daily.
2. Eat Healthier
By eating all the necessities and nutrients your body needs to function, you are allowing your body to stay energized all day long. Once again, this healthy life style choice of more natural food is going to make you look and feel so much better.
3. Take Cold Showers
While a cold shower sounds horrible, it will increase your alertness and give you natural energy for the day.
4. Start Having Mini Jam Sessions
What better way to start your morning and increase your energy instantly than jamming to your favorite songs?
5. Eat Chocolate
Chocolate is high in energy and will instantly give you a boost. Now, you have the best excuse to stock up on chocolate.
6. Drink A LOT More Water
Water itself does not give you energy but by keeping your body hydrated, you are allowing your body to function properly and indirectly gain energy.
Though it will probably be difficult, not drinking coffee all the time will be well worth it. In the end, your body will thank you for cutting down on the coffee, and you will feel and look better with the healthier life style. So, sorry coffee, but I, (insert your name), do not need you.