Yes, the news is out. Coffee in moderation is actually good for you. Who knew? You want to be healthy, and it seems that that cup or two of java during the day is an easy way to help reach that goal. There’s just one problem; you don’t like coffee. Flavored or not, with milk and sugar or black, espresso, mocha, latte – you can’t stand any of ‘em.

Fear not. There are other beverages on the market that can give you some of the same benefits of coffee, but don’t carry the coffee taste or jitters. Take a look at some of the following coffee alternatives to see if anything strikes your taste buds’ fancy.

Coffee is a source of a particular type antioxidant known as quinines, which is a by-product of the roasting process. Along with the chlorogenic acid, tocopherols and magnesium found in coffee, it has an effect on insulin resistance; this is a real boon to folks with type 2 diabetes. Green tea, while not acting in the same way, does help drinkers burn calories, which can help with weight loss. Since many sufferers of type 2 diabetes are overweight, this can be a great benefit in controlling the disease. Green tea is also chock full of antioxidants, which help the body fight free radicals and boost the immune system. The Chinese have used it for centuries to treat illness and promote general health. Green tea does contain some caffeine, but nothing close to the amount in coffee, so you’re not likely to get the jitters.

Green Tea

Rooibos, or Redbush tea, hails from Africa, and is gaining a strong following in other countries as well. It’s completely caffeine free, but it packs a big antioxidant and phytochemical punch. In traditional South African medicine, it’s used to soothe infant colic as well as asthma and allergies. It its homeland it’s usually brewed and drunk with a slice of lemon and some sugar or honey; recently, however, it’s been seen served as a “red espresso” (concentrated and served like regular espresso) or in red lattes and cappuccinos. Its naturally sweet, somewhat nutty flavor is pleasing and invigorating.

Rooibos Tea

Finally, you might consider the old standby of the coffee drinker – black tea. Drunk for centuries around the globe, black tea has only about half the caffeine of coffee, and it, too, possesses phytochemicals and antioxidants that are beneficial to overall health and well-being. Brewed and drunk either hot or cold, with sweeteners or milk or black, tea has been a favorite of people around the world for many years. If you haven’t tried black tea in a while, why not give it another try?

Black Tea

Just because coffee has been shown to be good for you doesn’t mean you have to miss out on its benefits because you don’t like the taste. There are tons of delicious alternatives that pack a big wellness punch; all you have to do is give them a try.