10 Coffee Alternatives to Start Your Morning Off Right

Chicory root is a great coffee alternative for those who love the taste of coffee, but could do without the caffeine addiction. Senior Director of Worldwide Nutrition Education and Training at Herbalife Nutrition, Susan Bowerman, MS, RD, CSSD, CSOWM, FAND, says that the roots of the chicory plant are roasted and ground, then brewed like coffee. The resulting taste is very similar to coffee's — except the drink has no caffeine.

Another reason to love the beverage is chicory is a good source of inulin, a fiber that supports good bacteria in the intestinal tract, which makes it excellent for digestive health.

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