KOMPAS.com – Christmas and New Year holidays can be busy times for some people.
Staying up late at Christmas and New Year often leaves you with a feeling of drowsiness that is difficult to overcome the next day. Even though you have tried taking a shower or doing other activities, this feeling of drowsiness often continues to attack you.
For many people, coffee is the main choice to ward off sleepiness. However, not everyone is suitable to consume it, especially if they have health problems such as stomach acid.
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Drinking coffee can cause nausea, dizziness, or an irregular heartbeat in some people.
Drinks that relieve sleepiness other than coffee
So, what is the solution? Don’t worry, here are three alternative drinks to relieve sleepiness besides coffee that you can try:
1. Hot chocolate
Hot chocolate is the right choice to relieve sleepiness in a gentler way. Brewed cocoa contains theobromine, a mild stimulant that can help increase focus and energy without the side effects of coffee.
According to nutritionists, hot chocolate is low in sugar and fat, and almost calorie-free, making it a healthy choice.
For a more delicious taste, add a little milk. Apart from being refreshing, hot chocolate also provides a calming sensation.
2. Black tea
Black tea contains lower amounts of caffeine than coffee, but enough to keep you awake. The combination of caffeine and L-theanine in black tea helps improve focus while keeping the body relaxed.
Illustration of typical Chinese black teaAccording to research, consuming three or more cups of black tea every day can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Black tea has also been linked to benefits in preventing some types of cancer.
3. Mint tea
If you are looking for a drink that is refreshing and effective against sleepiness, mint tea is the answer. Its distinctive aroma can stimulate the brain, prevent fatigue, and even help improve memory.
Mint tea illustration. Plus, mint tea is easy to make, especially if you grow your own mint leaves at home. Fresh mint leaves provide more optimal health benefits. Drinking mint tea not only makes you more alert, but also freshens your breath.
One thing you need to pay attention to with these three drinks is, don’t add sugar because increasing blood sugar will actually cause drowsiness.
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