For those of you struggling with hormone imbalances and menopausal symptoms, caffeine can intensify these symptoms.  I’ve kicked my short-lived coffee habit in exchange for chicory.  It looks like coffee and actually tastes better.  If you’re looking for a way to start inching coffee out, but you just don’t feel green tea is the answer, try this on for size.  I’ve included a little maca, which is an adaptogenic herb (stress mediator).  Well, sort of.  It’s a member of the cruciferous vegetable family (cabbage, kale, cauliflower and broccoli) and considered adaptogenic and high in antioxidents.  The powder you find in the store is from the root (maybe that’s why people call it an herb; like ginger root, turmeric root).  It’s said to help with hormone imbalance and menopause symptoms.  However, caution is urged by women with excess estrogen issues.  Here’s what WebMD has to say about it:

Hormone-sensitive conditions such as breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids: Extracts from maca might act like estrogen. If you have any condition that might be made worse by exposure to estrogen, do not use these extracts.

If you are not taking active steps to reduce exposure to fake estrogens, you probably should avoid maca.  Also, use sparingly if you suffer from thyroid conditions.  Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, as there is little evidence about safety of use during these periods.  Those with high blood pressure should avoid as well.

Being a hormone driven breast cancer survivor, I use maca only on occasion.  My typical morning cup of chicory tea only includes cinnamon and sometimes a splash of coconut milk.

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Chicory Morning Blend

Course

Beverage

Prep Time

2 Minutes

Cook Time

5 Minutes

Passive Time

5 Minutes

Servings

Cup

Ingredients

• 1 Scoop Chicory I use Teeccino, but you could buy bulk chicory.
• 12 Ounces Water
• 1 tsp Organic Cacao Powder
• 1/2 tsp Organic Maca Powder
• 2 tbl Organic Coconut or Almond Milk Or use a tbl of coconut or almond creamer
• 1 tsp Organic Cinnamon, ground

Course Beverage Prep Time 2 Minutes Cook Time 5 Minutes Passive Time 5 Minutes Servings Cup Ingredients 1 Scoop Chicory I use Teeccino, but you could buy bulk chicory. 12 Ounces Water 1 tsp Organic Cacao Powder 1/2 tsp Organic Maca Powder 2 tbl Organic Coconut or Almond Milk Or use a tbl of coconut or almond creamer 1 tsp Organic Cinnamon, ground

Instructions

1. Make your tea to your desired strength and allow to steep for at least 5 minutes.
2. Add in your maca and cacao and stir well until combined.
3. Top off with cinnamon
4. Add milk or cream if desired, stir and enjoy

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