need ideas for coffee substitute

[julia24]

In times like this past month, when symptoms have been kicked up due to ???, I simply can't tolerate any of the foods that I can commonly consume in small amounts. Coffee & chocolate are big ones for me.

 

I've had to lay off the chocolate, which is hard, but easier than coffee. I need a hot drink to substitute for the coffee that won't increase tics. I know no one can tell me how my body will react to anything--I'm just brainstorming for ideas from others who might also have TS, since it's a good starting point for trying out new drinks.

 

Here's what I can't tolerate at all right now: caffeinated coffee of any kind, hot chocolate, regular decaf coffee, green or black tea (with or w/o caffeine), or any kind of mint tea

 

Here's what I can tolerate in small doses: Newman's Own swiss water processed decaffeinated coffee

 

Calories are an issue + I don't like large amounts of milk so milk-based drinks are out.

 

Any ideas or drinks you or your children like to consume? TIA

 

-Julie

[Chemar]

Hi Julia

 

my husband and I always start the day with hot lemon juice....half lemon squeezed into a cup of boiled water

We have ours plain but it can be sweetened to taste, esp with honey

 

My son likes chamomille tea and it always has a very beneficial effect on his tics

[julia24]

Hi Julia

 

my husband and I always start the day with hot lemon juice....half lemon squeezed into a cup of boiled water

We have ours plain but it can be sweetened to taste, esp with honey

 

My son likes chamomille tea and it always has a very beneficial effect on his tics

 

Thanks, Chemar! I've tried hot lemon water before. It's OK in a pinch, but it doesn't do anything for me long term. Same with fruity herbal teas. I think I need something with some bitterness to it (rather than just sour).

 

I am *definitely* going to try the Chamomile. I've always been afraid to try in case it would increase symptoms. If it actually had a beneficial effect, I could probably switch to that long-term.

 

Thanks so much for your ideas. : )