Energizing Iced Mocha

It’s become a regular at the office with Leah and I. Friday rolls around, we’re feeling the weekend vibes, but there is always so much to do! We’re feeling a little tired from the week, and then we bring out the ‘GO-GO juice’.

What’s GO-GO juice you ask? Well, it’s a little secret way of getting that extra burst of energy, without coffee.

Don’t get me wrong, I love my cup of joe in the morning, but having more than a cup can be taxing to the adrenal system, blood sugar levels, and your digestive system.

You see, coffee is a diuretic, which means that it will not only dehydrate you, but it can deplete your system by flushing out vitamins and minerals.

It also stimulates the digestive system to move too quickly, which means it can cause premature dumping and interfere with nutrient absorption. Hello energy depletion, anxiety and burnout!

I use this little secret to help my clients wean off coffee if their adrenal system is under too much stress, they suffer from anxiety, or if they need a replacement while doing a detox.

The secret Go-Go juice I’m referring to is a plant based green superfood blend, Greens+ Extra Energy (I LOVE the Cappuccino flavour),  from Genuine Health. It still offers a little boost of caffeine, from kola nut, with the addition of a supercharged blend of 23 naturally occurring phytonutrients that protect, nourish and balance your health. And unlike coffee, this formula actually contains nutrients and herbs that help to support the adrenal glands, like vitamin B6, C, chromium, and Rhodiola.

(You can find this product online or in health food stores – check out the retailers here)

So if you tend to get the jitters from coffee, or just want a nutritional upgrade, try my recipe below!