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F or all those coffee lovers out there, including myself, we can all agree that we consume a little too much caffeine in our day to attain that extra pep in our step that keeps us going throughout the day. While a caffeine boost here and there is not all that terrible, cutting back on caffeine intake is an effort all coffee and tea lovers should strive to make. Unfortunately, there aren’t many satisfying substitutes that can offer the rich, flavorful taste profile that a good cup of coffee delivers. That problem is once and forever solved thanks to the wonderful caffeine-free products of herbal coffee company Teeccino!

differentiate itself by including other benefits. Heart healthy benefits, such as “potassium, antioxidants, and prebiotic fiber”, all which come together to offer the body a natural energy boost without the caffeine and acidity that real coffee brings. All these sought-after health benefits can be attributed to the unique herbal blend that makes Teeccino so delicious and nutritious. The brand sources some of the world’s most unique and exotic ingredients, such as chicory root and ramon seeds, which are derived from the rainforests of Guatemala and organic farms of India. By working closely with suppliers in these countries, Teeccino proudly emphasizes its continuous work to provide economic support, and therefore a better quality of life, to the people who work so diligently to provide these sustainable ingredients.

Teeccino’s product offering is one that can easily be enjoyed by adults and kids combined! The brand offers a variety of caffeine-free, herbal tea flavors. From the exotic Maya Chai flavor to the classic French

In the 1990’s, herbal tea designer Caroline MacDougall found herself in a dilemma that most coffee enthusiasts can say has come across their minds here and there. Caroline began to question the gap between enjoying a good cup of coffee without the additional caffeine intake. She quickly realized that this gap held a profitable market opportunity, which was to offer a “delicious, hot beverage for coffee and tea drinkers who might not want caffeine all the time but still want to enjoy the flavor and taste profile of coffee.” From that single idea grew a successful and growing brand, Teeccino, or now known as “America’s Favorite Coffee Alternative!” When Teeccino first hit the market in the mid-1990s, the brand had to ensure that its product offering would be much more unique than any other existing coffee alternatives. Not only did Teeccino focus on maintaining, and even enhancing the coffee flavor in its herbal products, Teeccino also made sure to

Vanilla and Hazelnut, Teeccino has a wide selection of unique flavors so anyone can undoubtedly find one that is most pleasing to their palette. In addition to herbal teas, Teeccino introduced a gluten-free cereal line that serves an exquisite blend of yummy fruits, nuts, and seeds that give you lasting energy and satiety to keep you going through the day. Teeccino’s products are made to be enjoyed at any time of the day by people of all ages and lifestyles, so next time you’re looking for a mid-day pick-me-up, consider trying one of Teeccino’s delectable beverages or cereals, which will bring you one step closer to a happier, healthier, more energized you! Paula Wiszowaty– pwiszowaty@unfi.com

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