Take L-theanine with your coffee

Animal studies have shown this supplement can help to improve sleep that would otherwise be disrupted by caffeine. L-theanine is an amino acid found in green and black tea, as well as some mushrooms, and it’s supposed to help reduce stress, anxiety and insomnia. It’s also been found to increase focus when taken with caffeine – so you might find that your coffee works a bit harder.

Try half-caf

Plenty of coffee brands now offer half-caf options. All that means is that the coffee contains half the caffeine of a regular bag – meaning you’ll get a smaller buzz. Check out half-caf blends from Rave (£6.95), Ozone (311.95) and Presto (£6.50).

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