While coffee may provide an energy boost, too much consumption can cause jitters and disrupt sleep patterns. Too much caffeine consumption may even lead to overdose and acid reflux or indigestion if drunk on an empty stomach; fortunately there are other healthier alternatives which still give an energy boost when starting the day off right!

Matcha Green Tea

Drinking green tea every morning can provide both hydration and an antioxidant boost, and help lower cholesterol. Furthermore, its rich protein content helps increase focus throughout the day and fuels your body with much-needed nourishment.

Yerba Mate is another caffeine-free coffee alternative. Crafted from the leaves and twigs of South American rainforest holly trees, this herbal tea provides an energy boost without the crash of caffeine found in coffee, while offering some health benefits like reduced high blood pressure levels, lower cholesterol levels and the prevention of cardiovascular disease, according to Sassos.

If you do crave caffeine, try switching up to spelt coffee – made from roasted chicory root with about one-seventh the caffeine found in regular coffee! Not only does it offer antioxidants from black tea, cacao and cinnamon as well as turmeric’s anti-inflammatory benefits – it may even contain adaptogenic mushrooms like Lion’s Mane or Cordyceps which have been shown to support brain health and physical stamina!

Kombucha, a fermented tea that has long been recognized for providing probiotics to your gut, should only be enjoyed occasionally; its alcohol and sugar can negatively impact digestive health. As another option, golden milk offers soothing spices like ginger and turmeric for digestion.

If you are a nurse who simply cannot do without coffee, why not switch up your routine by opting for one of these healthy alternatives to keep your energy levels balanced? If you need caffeine at all, make sure it does not exceed three to four cups per day; otherwise consider going without.