Skip Coffee. Take Advantage of Green Tea's Hidden Benefits for Focus and Calm

For many, there's nothing better than greeting the day with a steaming cup of coffee , and then having another whenever they hit a slump. However, there's such a thing as too much coffee. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily recommendation for most adults is 400 milligrams of caffeine , equivalent to about two to three 12-fluid-ounce cups of coffee. (This can vary based on individual caffeine sensitivity, though.)

If you find yourself exceeding the daily recommendation -- or simply want to reduce your coffee intake due to health effects such as disrupted sleep or anxiety -- green tea is a fantastic alternative. The FDA reports that it contains at least three times less caffeine than coffee. Plus, green tea has several health