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 danlennon3
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 replacement for coffee 
#9153083 - 10/29/08 07:17 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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I was never a coffee fan, cannot stand the taste. I'm looking for something that will keep me going throughout the day. What are my options? Anything good for a caffeine alternative? Anyone ever drink coca tea? I work 8-12 hour days, and I am out of energy halfway throughout the day. Any vitamins or herbals I can take?
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: danlennon3]
#9153089 - 10/29/08 07:20 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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Those 5 hour energy things?
Energy Drinks?
Tea?
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anarchOi
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those 5 hour energy things don't even have the kick of a shot of espresso and you deffinitely DO crash after exactly 5 hours
you can't replace coffee, just acquire a taste for it.
chocolate is great with coffee, whether it be hot cocoa mix or chocolate syrup
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danlennon3
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: anarchOi]
#9153102 - 10/29/08 07:31 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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I could drink a shot of expresso or something but I cannot stand the taste of a hot cup of coffee  energy drinks are bad too
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: danlennon3]
#9153108 - 10/29/08 07:33 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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Try tea (like brewed tea leaves, not mint raspberry bullshit). It doesn't have as much caffeine but it has a much milder flavor.
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Yerba Mate. It's similar to green to tea, but has similar amounts of caffeine as coffee and I find it to not be nearly as 'up and down' as coffee. (My pick)
Or B vitamins, which are found in specif foods...or you can find supplements/boosters.
Ginseng/Ginko bibola are also good for increasing energy levels
I'm sure there's more, but in the way of natural products, they're what I've found useful.
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: polantis]
#9153118 - 10/29/08 07:37 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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I've switched from coffee to tea, see how you like the pre-brewed stuff first (bags ect.) if you do then work your way into a kettle / filter, makes the taste so much stronger and just a more delicious blend.
if that doesn't work, coke?
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: polantis]
#9153134 - 10/29/08 07:45 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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Yeba mate, or green tea. Gotta get the good stuff though. This Drum Mountain has me zinging, and I won't crash.
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: danlennon3]
#9153143 - 10/29/08 07:53 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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crack
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Meth is far cheaper and provides a longer lasting boost of "energy" SHEESH!! 
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: whattheheck]
#9153156 - 10/29/08 07:57 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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I guess your are right my bad
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Adderall XR works great too.
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Why not acid? Always gets me up in the morning 
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: polantis]
#9153174 - 10/29/08 08:09 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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I always found yoga to have to effect of a cup of coffee on my energy levels. However, I have replaced yoga with coffee in the past few years.
Although, daily exercise and better nutrition can also have improve energy levels.
But if you want the caffeine without the taste try espresso drinks. I like caramel lattes as a treat. You get it with whip cream its like a sugar drink. Add a few extra shots and it will kick your ass if you are not sensitive to caffeine. There are two down sides, however, the first being the cost. The latter being if that too much sugar may cause a crash.
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: polantis]
#9153199 - 10/29/08 08:28 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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^ yoga is also good for a wakeup and to get you through the day
Kratom is the best. I don't like coffee because caffeine makes me feel jittery and not very good in general. The stimulant effect of Kratom, imo, is much gentler but works better. The mild opioid effect is also great for motivating you to work. I find that you don't crash on it, as it wears off gentley. It won't last 12 hours. You could take more at lunch, but I never felt the need to.
It doesn't taste good, but I think people make too big a deal over it.
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: danlennon3]
#9153201 - 10/29/08 08:30 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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amphetamine
adderall or dexedrine 
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: aDoS]
#9153218 - 10/29/08 08:42 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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There is no replacement for coffee 
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Re: replacement for coffee [Re: danlennon3]
#9153308 - 10/29/08 09:23 AM (15 years, 5 months ago) |
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Yerba mate and Guaraná seeds are great substitutes, much easier on the stomach.
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Quote:
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Adderall XR works great too.
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UnholyChild666 said:
I guess your are right my bad
Yup, you got schooled. 
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