7 Healthy Hot Drinks to Sip on a Cold Day

If you're lactose intolerant or living dairy-free, this vegan alternative to cocoa is still rich, creamy, and the ultimate Winter comfort. Dark chocolate and unsweetened almond milk help cut down on excess sugar, too.

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Matcha is an adaptogen, meaning it'll give you energy when you need it and calm you when you're jittery — much better than coffee! Like golden milk, matcha has weight-loss boosting properties, too.

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A piping-hot cup of anti-inflammatory, weight-loss and mood-boosting turmeric tea — or golden milk — is soothing, delicious, and insanely healthy. An all around win for the Winter months and beyond.

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Low on sugar, high on metabolism-boosting spices like cinnamon, this tea latte can be made with dairy or plant-based milk, depending on your dietary preferences.

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Of all the boozy drinks to sip on over the holidays, a hot toddy is one of the healthiest and lightest.

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A hot cup of peppermint tea is great for a sore throat or heating up on a chilly day. It can also help you lose weight! When you're craving a peppermint mocha, try a peppermint tea instead.

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You don't have to ditch your smoothie habit in the wintertime! This warm variety is like a healthy hot chocolate. With plant-based milk and cashew butter, you'll get a little protein with a lot of richness and decadence.

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