HealthyPIG Magazine

When you're low on energy, is it worth trying yerba mate, wintergreen tea, matcha, and other beverages invading the coffee and tea realm that promise similar energy benefits and health benefits? Such coffee alternatives, often marketed as health drinks, are growing in popularity, according to the International Food Information Council.

So, what’s the nutritional profile of some popular alternatives? Do they rely on caffeine for energy? Do they contain potentially healthy or unhealthy plant compounds?