Why do most people eat energy bars? Is it to stave off hunger between meals? To fuel up before a workout? For an afternoon pick-me-up on a busy day? The founders of Quantum Energy Squares wanted to address all of these concerns in a better, more efficient way than traditional energy bar brands. They knew ...
Some people (like Michael Pollan in his new book, This Is Your Mind on Plants) have argued that caffeine powers the modern workforce. If you agree, you probably see your morning cup as an absolute must. But we promise, there are ways to sharpen your mind and get your energy flowing that don’t start with ...
The months that lead up to the arrival of a new baby can bring all sorts of questions. But what do you really need to stay well during pregnancy and into the fourth trimester? Our guide rounds up the prenatal vitamins, balms, supplements, and other essentials you’ll want to have on hand as well as ...
Sometimes it’s not just what you do in the gym, but what you do before and after a workout that makes all the difference. Many of us have our post-workout routine on lockdown (protein shakes, amino acids, B vitamins), but pre-workout supplements are a little trickier. That’s because many of them share a controversial ingredient: ...
Hot off the (French) presses, we’ve got a new limited batch coffee for you to brew. For the story behind your sip, we chatted with Will Lochran, Thrive Market’s Food Product Innovator, to learn more about the benefits of single-origin beans, what you’ll taste, and how this batch directly affects farmers on the other side ...
[schema description]Cold brew coffee is now a staple on many cafe menus, but it’s easy to make at home. If you’ve never tried it, you’re in luck because we’re going to share our foolproof recipe. Once you get used to the smooth taste and lower acidity of this coffee style, you may never want to ...
When temperatures rise but your craving for coffee stays strong, a frozen coffee can feel like the perfect treat — especially if it’s wrapped in a Valentine’s Day theme that blends sweet, bold, and beautifully layered flavors. This Valentine’s Day Fire & Ice Frozen Coffee recipe from Thrive Market captures all of that: cool, icy ...
From artisanal cafes to Dunkin Donuts, coffeehouses everywhere are jumping on the cold brew bandwagon. But is this tall, dark, and handsome beverage really all that different from iced coffee?
“I think my interest in it is deeply psychological,” says Catherine Manzanares, Thrive Market’s Content Marketing Manager. “I use it as an excuse to wake up.”
Good morning! Not so much? Then it’s time for a morning routine overhaul.
For the Ecuadorian Kichwa people, the day starts at 3 a.m.
The alarm clock is not the buzz we look forward to every morning. It’s that feeling of taking the first sips of that faithful, glorious cup of joe. The jolt it gives is everything. But by late morning and into the afternoon, it’s all downhill.
There’s nothing wrong with swinging by your local cafe on the way to work, or enjoying a sweating iced coffee in the afternoon. But if your habit spikes up to four, five, or six cups of joe every day, your coffee habit could be seriously hurting your health.
There’s nothing wrong with starting your day with a hot cup of coffee. But, if you absolutely can’t get out of bed without some java, chances are you’ve got a caffeine addiction on your hands.
Our society is addicted to caffeine. From that first magical cup of coffee in the morning, to that mid-afternoon “I Can’t Get Past This Without A Nap Or A Miracle Or At Least A Latte” wall, caffeine is what gets us through most days. And like any addiction, it’s tough to beat.
As writers on the FX comedy It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, we rely heavily on quick wits, fast punch lines, and sharp commentary. Oftentimes it can be hard to stay focused and keep up. In fact, we learned long ago that we couldn’t possibly maintain such a breakneck pace without a little help.