💭 How to prevent caffeine jitters

Monday 7/21: Sponsored by Everyday Dose - coffee and mood, immunity, and bedtime routine

Author

Lauren Lagasse
July 21, 2025

Monday

"I trust the timing of my own life."

Welcome to Monday! Today, we're chatting about:

True or False?

Coffee can stimulate digestion.

Scroll for the answer!

Can Your Coffee Improve Your Mood?

If your morning coffee feels more like a necessity than a pleasure, it might be time to reconsider your brew. Traditional coffee can sometimes leave you jittery or anxious, but adding functional ingredients like L-theanine and Lion’s Mane mushroom can transform your cup into a mood-enhancing ritual.

Lion’s Mane, a medicinal mushroom, is packed with compounds that help stimulate brain function and emotional health. It promotes a calm focus by helping regulate your stress and mood, making it a great addition to your daily routine.

L-Theanine, an amino acid, is another ingredient that helps counterbalance the jittery feeling often caused by caffeine. It’s known for its calming properties, allowing you to stay alert without the usual crashes.

Incorporating these ingredients into your coffee can offer sustained energy, mental clarity, and an overall feeling of balance. It’s an easy way to upgrade your morning routine and set yourself up for a more focused and calm day.

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Can Your Diet Boost Your Immunity?

A strong immune system is key to staying healthy, but did you know the food you eat can play a huge role in supporting it? While there’s no magic food that instantly boosts your immunity, a well-balanced diet packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants can make a big difference in how your body fights off illness.

Citrus fruits, like oranges and grapefruits, are rich in vitamin C, which helps produce white blood cells necessary for fighting infections. Similarly, berries such as strawberries and blueberries are high in antioxidants, which protect the body’s cells from harmful free radicals and support immune function.

Leafy greens, such as spinach and kale, provide vitamin A and K, which help regulate immune responses and maintain healthy immune cell production. They also offer anti-inflammatory benefits that help your body stay balanced.

By choosing nutrient-dense foods like these, you're giving your body the support it needs to stay resilient and healthy. It’s not about one superfood, but about building a diet that nurtures your immune system every day.

How to Sleep Better in the Summer Heat

Sleeping through hot summer nights can be tricky, but with a few simple tweaks, you can stay comfortable and rest well. Start by keeping your bedroom cool—experts recommend temperatures between 60-67°F.

Next, swap out heavy blankets for lightweight, breathable bedding like cotton or linen. These materials wick moisture away and keep you cool. The same goes for your sleepwear—choose moisture-wicking fabrics to avoid overheating.

Hydration is essential, especially in hot weather. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day ensures your body stays hydrated and cooler at night. Try relaxing techniques like deep breathing or a lukewarm shower to lower your body temperature before sleep.

With these simple changes, you can improve your sleep quality during the summer months, waking up feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day.

The Pause

Before you go, take a small pause from your day with this tip brought to you by The Note To Self editors.

Summer Recipe: Greek nachos. Start with pita chips. Top with chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta. Add a dollop of hummus or tzatziki. Finish with lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil.

A Note From Us

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For a limited time, get the Coffee+ Starter Kit for just $24.75 (a $149 value) with code NTSDOSE45.

Wellness Round-Up

Parting Thoughts

  • ✅ True or False: True. It activates the digestive tract and can speed up bowel movements for some people.

  • 🙋🏼‍♀️ Snapshot Of The Day: We'd love to see moments from our readers lives that they are proud of! If you recently accomplished an achievement, experienced a joyful moment, or are proud of a picture you have taken, be sure to capture it on camera and send it to us for a chance to be featured next week! 

  • 💭 Final Self-Care Thoughts for Today: A steady rhythm can support both energy and calm. A mindful morning, a nourishing evening, and space to rest in between—it all adds up.

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