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hello welcome to our channel Top 10s You
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Should Know i'm so glad you're here
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today because we're diving into
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something that affects almost all of us
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the way we start our day now I know what
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you're thinking wait better than coffee
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that's right while coffee is a beloved
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morning ritual for many it's not the
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only option and sometimes it might not
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even be the best one so whether you're
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someone who loves their daily cup but
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wants to switch things up or you're
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looking for a healthier alternative this
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list is for you today we're counting
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down the top 10 morning drinks that are
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better than coffee and trust me each one
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has its own unique charm benefits and
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in 10 lemon water the gentle awakener
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you wake up still groggy from sleep your
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body dehydrated after hours without a
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drink now imagine taking a slow sip of
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warm lemon water just plain water with a
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few slices of lemon it's simple
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refreshing and surprisingly powerful
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this isn't just about hydration though
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that's a big part of it lemon water
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gently kickstarts your metabolism helps
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flush out toxins and can even support
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digestion i remember when I first
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started drinking lemon water every
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morning i didn't expect much honestly
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but within a week I noticed my skin
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looked clearer and I felt less bloated
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it's like giving your body a gentle
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nudge instead of a caffeine jolt no
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crash no anxiety just calm energy and
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the best part there's zero cost involved
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just grab a lemon and some water if you
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want a clean soft start to your day this
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begin nine green tea the balanced
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ah green tea the ancient elixir that's
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been cherished for centuries in cultures
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around the world unlike coffee which can
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hit you like a freight train of energy
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green tea offers a smoother more
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balanced boost thanks to its moderate
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caffeine content and rich stores of
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atheonine green tea gives you alertness
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without the jitters i personally love
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starting my mornings with a cup of
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matcha or sencha there's something
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meditative about preparing it watching
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the steam rise and sipping slowly
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plus green tea is packed with
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antioxidants especially EGCG which
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supports heart health brain function and
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even weight management it's not just a
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drink it's a moment of mindfulness
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before the chaos begins whether you're
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trying to reduce your coffee intake or
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simply want a gentler pickme up green
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tea deserves a spot on your
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counter eight golden milk the
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anti-inflammatory hero golden milk also
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known as howdy is a traditional
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ayurveetic drink that's gaining modern
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popularity and for good reason made with
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warm milk dairy or plant-based turmeric
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black pepper cinnamon and sometimes
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ginger this spiced beverage is like a
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warm hug for your immune system turmeric
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contains curcumin a powerful
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anti-inflammatory compound that supports
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joint health brain function and overall
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immunity i remember the first time I
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tried golden milk i was skeptical but
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after a few mornings of sipping it I
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noticed how grounded I felt no midm
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morning crashes just steady energy it's
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especially soothing during colder months
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or if you have inflammation related
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issues the earthy flavor might take some
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getting used to but once you do it
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becomes a comforting ritual it's not
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just a drink it's a wellness routine
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mug seven chia fresca the hydration
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powerhouse chia fresca also known as aua
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de chia is a Mexican drink made by
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mixing chia seeds with water citrus
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juice and a touch of sweetener it may
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sound simple but don't let that fool you
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this drink is a powerhouse of hydration
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fiber and omega-3 fatty acids when chia
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seeds soak in liquid they expand and
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create a gel-like texture that keeps you
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full and hydrated longer i found that
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having chia fresca in the morning makes
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me feel lighter than coffee ever did
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it's refreshing slightly nutty and
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incredibly satisfying it's perfect for
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those who want sustained energy without
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the buzz ideal for early risers who need
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to focus without jitteriness plus it's
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customizable add mint cucumber or
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berries for a twist this drink doesn't
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just quench your thirst it nourishes
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your body from the inside
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out six matcha Latte the Zen Warriors
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brew matcha latte is essentially
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concentrated green tea finely ground tea
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leaves whipped into a smooth energizing
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drink unlike regular green tea where you
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steep and discard the leaves with matcha
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you consume the whole leaf meaning more
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nutrients more antioxidants and more
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power the preparation itself is almost
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ceremonial whisking the bright green
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powder into hot water or milk creates a
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calming ritual that sets a peaceful tone
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for the day what I love most is the
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clarity it brings you get focused energy
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not the wired kind and thanks to
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eltheanine it promotes relaxation
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without drowsiness many people turn to
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matcha as a coffee substitute because it
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delivers a clean jitter-free lift it's
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bold yet smooth earthy yet sweet a true
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awakening for both mind and soul if
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you're looking for a mindful energizing
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start to your day matcha latte is a
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choice five herbal teas the soothing
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start herbal teas are often overlooked
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in the morning but they offer a wide
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range of benefits depending on the blend
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you choose from calming chamomile to
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invigorating peppermint there's an
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herbal tea for every mood and purpose
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ruibos for instance is naturally
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caffeine-free and rich in minerals and
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antioxidants hibiscus tea supports blood
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pressure regulation peppermint wakes up
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your senses and soothes digestion i
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found that switching between different
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herbal teas in the morning adds variety
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and intention to my routine one morning
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it's a floral lavender blend to ease
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stress another it's bold ginger lemon
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for digestion and warmth they're
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caffeine-free so they won't disrupt your
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sleep or cause crashes later in the day
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and the best part they're incredibly
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easy to make just pour hot water over a
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tea bag or loose herbs and steep these
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teas aren't just drinks they're healing
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rituals you can enjoy every single
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morning and the best four kombucha the
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gut friendly spark yes kombucha in the
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morning while it's typically seen as a
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daytime or post-meal drink kombucha can
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be a surprisingly refreshing way to
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start your day this fermented tea is
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packed with probiotics enzymes and
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organic acids that support gut health
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and digestion starting your day with a
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small glass of kombucha can help
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activate your digestive fire and set the
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tone for healthy nutrient absorption
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throughout the day of course moderation
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is key too much can be harsh on an empty
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stomach but when done right it's a tangy
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fizzy refreshing alternative to coffee
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that actually supports your body rather
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than stressing it out i personally enjoy
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a light lightly flavored kombucha first
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thing in the morning it's like a zesty
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wakeup call for my gut it's not just a
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trendy drink it's a functional food that
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supports your microbiome and overall
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wellness three smoothies the nutrient
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bomb smoothies are a fantastic way to
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pack a ton of nutrition into your
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morning without needing to cook or wait
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a well- balanced smoothie can include
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greens protein healthy fats fiber and
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natural sugars making it a complete
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breakfast in a glass i've found that
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swapping my morning coffee for a green
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smoothie gave me lasting energy mental
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clarity and a sense of fullness that
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coffee never could ingredients like
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spinach banana almond butter flax seeds
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and plant-based protein powders come
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together to create a creamy satisfying
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drink the beauty of smoothies is that
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you can customize them to suit your
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taste and nutritional needs some days I
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go tropical with mango and pineapple
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others I stick to chocolate avocado for
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a rich treat they're quick delicious and
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give your body exactly what it needs to
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survive two adaptogen tonics the stress
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busting elixir adaptogens are natural
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herbs that help your body adapt to
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stress balance hormones and maintain
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equilibrium when blended into a warm
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drink often with cacao coconut milk
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cinnamon or honey they become a cozy
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grounding alternative to coffee popular
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choices include ashwagandha for calming
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nerves maca for energy and hormone
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balance and rayi for immune support and
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deep rest i started incorporating
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adaptogens into my morning routine
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during a particularly stressful season
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and it changed everything instead of
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relying on caffeine to push through
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fatigue I began supporting my body in a
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deeper more sustainable way these tonics
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aren't just drinks they're personalized
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wellness potions that evolve with your
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needs they bring a sense of calm
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strength to your mornings the kind that
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lets you face the day with grace not
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grit one apple cider vinegar drink the
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metabolic booster drinking a diluted ACV
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mixture first thing in the morning can
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stimulate digestion regulate blood sugar
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levels and even support weight
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management i remember when I first tried
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this it wasn't pleasant at first but
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once I added a bit of honey and adjusted
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to the taste I realized how energizing
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it was it helped curb my cravings and
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kept me feeling satisfied longer acv
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also encourages detoxification and
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alkalizes the body helping you feel
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refreshed and ready to tackle the day
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it's a humble drink but don't
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underestimate its impact a spoonful of
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ACV and warm water can be a
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gamecher it's not flashy but it's
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effective a quiet hero of the morning
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drink world each of these beverages
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brings something special to the table
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whether it's energy clarity calm or
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nourishment from lemon water to
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adaptogen tonics these alternatives can
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transform the way you feel in the
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morning and throughout your entire day
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so now I'd love to hear from you what's
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your favorite morning drink are you team
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coffee or have you already switched to
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one of these amazing options let us know
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in the comments below and don't forget
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to to like and subscribe if you enjoyed
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this video thanks for watching and until
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next time stay curious stay healthy and
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keep exploring the little joys that make