Even though coffee is an extremely popular drink, it can still have some negative side effects, especially when consumed on a day-to-day basis. Because of these side effects, pop culture is making the switch from coffee to energy drink alternatives. 

Let’s go over the side effects of drinking coffee daily, so you can decide if it’s worth it to consider looking into some healthier, sugar-free alternatives.

When it comes to drinking coffee every day, side effects include:

• Increased blood pressure
• Insomnia
• Nervousness
• Restlessness
• Upset stomach
• Nausea 
• Vomiting
• Increased heart rate
• Increased breathing rate
• Dependency 

It is generally recommended to avoid consuming more than 4 cups of coffee per day. If you are consuming more than 4 cups of coffee per day, you may be increasing your risk for heart disease and other health issues.

That being said, the side effects of being a daily coffee drinker entirely depend on caffeine tolerance. Caffeine tolerance is determined by gender, age, height, weight, and other factors. 

Still, the general side effects of over-caffeinating can last for several hours after consumption.

According to Healthline, caffeine's effect on our bodies peaks within 30-60 minutes of consumption, which is when you're most likely to feel jittery. 

In addition, the only way to lower your body's caffeine levels is to let your body metabolize the caffeine naturally. In other words, it could take an entire day before you stop feeling the jitters.

But what about the side effects of drinking popular energy drinks instead? Let's discuss them below.

Most energy drinks are loaded with sugar, which - when consumed regularly - can have negative side effects similar to those induced by coffee including heart problems, weight gain, tooth decay, and more. 

That's why it's best to avoid added sugar whenever possible, especially when you're a regular user of energy drinks, caffeine, etc. 

What about sugar-free energy drinks? Are they any better for you? 

According to this article from Mayo Clinic:

"Sugar substitutes are sweeteners that you use instead of regular table sugar (sucrose). Artificial sweeteners are just one type of sugar substitute.

The topic of sugar substitutes can be confusing. One problem is that the terminology is often open to interpretation.

Some manufacturers call their sweeteners 'natural' even though they're processed or refined. Stevia preparations are one example. And some artificial sweeteners are derived from naturally occurring substances — sucralose comes from sugar."

Most artificial sweeteners are a better alternative to sugar for those aiming to prevent weight gain since they add virtually zero calories.

Additionally, since artificial sweeteners don't have any carbohydrates, they won't raise blood sugar levels, which is ideal for those with diabetes. 

And in the context of energy drinks, most popular options like Monster and Red Bull are loaded with sugar, which leads to a sudden spike followed by a crash in sugar/energy levels.

A sugar-free energy drink that uses an artificial sweetener instead helps to avoid that problem. 

So if you're looking for an energy drink without the crash, opt for a sugar-free one like EarlyBird, but more on that in a bit.

If you want to learn more about the similarities and differences between coffee and energy drinks, check out this article.

If you're still not sure about trying a coffee alternative, check out the health benefits of quitting coffee below.

Recent studies have shown that quitting coffee can help you lower anxiety!

In addition, quitting coffee can help lower cortisol levels in the body.

Cortisol is a steroid hormone that tells your body to store belly fat. In other words, quitting coffee can help you lose weight! In addition, it can lower your blood pressure by several points. 

And it doesn't stop there. Additional health benefits of quitting coffee include:

• Lowered blood pressure
• Reduced anxiety
• Improved mood
• Improved sleep quality
• Improved cortisol level regulation
• Improved vitamin absorption
• Improved mineral absorption
• Improved blood pressure
•  Improved heart rate
• No dependency

As you can see, quitting coffee and switching to a sugar-free, stimulating alternative can benefit our health in many ways.

But is there a stimulating beverage that can help us stay energized throughout the day, without the pesky side effects that coincide with daily coffee consumption?

Yes, there is! Let's discuss them below.

There are plenty of all-natural, sugar-free, stimulating beverages out there that can help you stay energized throughout the whole day without negatively impacting your health.

Not to mention, some coffee alternatives like EarlyBird can help you stay energized while actually improving your overall health! 

When it comes to morning beverages that are all-natural, some of the best beverages on the market include:

• EarlyBird
• Pomegranate Juice
• Beet Juice
• Tea Juice
• Green Tea
• Matcha Tea
• Golden Milk
• Lemon Water
• Chai Tea
• Apple Cider Vinegar

All you have to do is find the morning beverage you like the best. 

My personal favorite morning beverage for energy is EarlyBird, a sugar-free energy drink for health-conscious go-getters. Keep reading to find out why EarlyBird is the number one coffee alternative for energy available on the market.

EarlyBird is an all-natural, sugar-free morning cocktail made especially for people like you who want to kickstart their mornings and stay energized all day. Not only does EarlyBird help you start your day, but it helps you finish it, too.

Not to mention, it's filled with hydrating electrolytes. 

EarlyBird contains a unique blend of antioxidants, L-Theanine, and L-Tyrosine. Not only does this all-natural blend help wake you up in the morning, but it keeps you feeling awake and alert all day without crashing. 

In addition, EarlyBird contains zero grams of sugar, zero carbs, and zero calories. It’s almost too good to be true!

Drinking EarlyBird is my personal favorite coffee alternative for boosting my energy and getting sh*t done!

But what is the difference between EarlyBird, coffee, and some of the other sugar-free coffee alternatives such as tea? 

I'm glad you asked. Let's discuss this below.

Coffee and tea are two of the most popular drinks around the world. Though largely dependent on brewing time, technique, serving size, and more, coffee often has double the caffeine as the same amount of tea. 

The average cup of coffee has nearly 100mg of caffeine, whereas a cup of black tea (the most popular type of tea worldwide) has around 47mg. 

Most people can safely have 400mg of caffeine per day maximum, and when your consumption levels are below that threshold, many studies have associated plenty of health benefits with the world's favorite stimulant. 

But is there a difference between coffee, tea, and energy drinks' impact on energy? 

Tea

Tea has less caffeine than coffee but it also has a lot of L-theanine, an antioxidant that stimulates your brain (Early Bird also makes use of L-theanine). 

According to Healthline, L-theanine provides anti-stress effects by increasing your brain's alpha waves, leading to a calm, relaxed feeling. 

Counteracting the stimulating effects of caffeine, you'll have an alert mind without feeling drowsy later on. This is why some think tea provides a smoother energy boost than coffee. 

Coffee

Coffee gives you an energy boost by boosting dopamine levels and blocking adenosine as we mentioned previously. 

Dopamine is responsible for your heart rate increase and the jittery feeling from drinking too much coffee - it also affects your reward system, which is why coffee can become addictive. 

Unlike tea, your body absorbs 99% of coffee's caffeine within 45 minutes of consumption, but blood concentrations are at their highest within 15 minutes of consumption, which is why many prefer a cup of Joe when they need a quick pick me up. 

EarlyBird

Early Bird combines the benefits of coffee and tea into one awesome way to wake up early feeling great. With the least caffeine of the three, EarlyBird minimizes negative side effects while maximizing health benefits.

For instance, EarlyBird can help you maintain high energy throughout the entire day without making you crash. In addition, EarlyBird is sugar-free, non-carbonated, all-natural, and chock full of electrolytes. 

Not to mention, EarlyBird can lower your blood pressure, improve your overall mood, and is 100% all-natural. What can't EarlyBird do? It's the only morning beverage I'd trust to get my day started and get sh*t done!