5 ways to boost your coffee with vitamins and antioxidants

Try one of these five additions and brew up special vitamin coffee.

The benefits are aplenty — from boosting mood and energy and protecting your heart to enhancing your sex life.

Sprinkle cinnamon for heart health

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Sprinkling your morning cup o’ joe with cinnamon delivers a powerful (and delicious) dose of antioxidants

According to a study on mice, cinnamon may add protection to your heart and brain. A study on human cells suggests it can lower cancer risk, too, and may also boost your immune system.

Ginger up your java for muscle pain

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Sprinkle some into your coffee for a slightly spicy, aromatic cup.

Ginger has been a common treatment for nausea for centuries. It contains potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds. Ginger can also reduce muscle pain, lower cholesterol, and aid in digestion.

Aid digestion with a dose of turmeric

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If you frequent health blogs, you’re probably no stranger to the infamous turmeric latte. The earthy, golden spice is a big deal for good reason.

Many of its medicinal benefits come from the compound curcumin, which has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This antioxidant powerhouse supports liver detoxification, aids in digestion, and may even help treat depression.

Balance hormones with maca

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Maybe you’ve seen maca powder, made from the maca root plant, available at your local health store.

Maca root has been traditionally used to enhance fertility, and was shown to have hormone-balancing effects in a study on rats. The plant has also been studied to increase athletic performance, energy levels, and sex drive.

Sweeten your cup with antidepressive cacao

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Chocolate and coffee seem like a match made in heaven already, right? When you add in the health benefits of raw cacao powder, it gets even better.

This superfood is one of the most powerful antioxidants around and the highest plant-based source of iron. It’s good for your heart, too.

Source: Healthline

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