As a mom, I’m expected to have a deep supply of energy to work, drive the kids to school, clean the house, and of course, cook hearty, healthy dinners. All on minimal sleep. (It’s a catch 22 – I need sleep so I’m rested for all these activities, but if I do all this, I don’t have time to sleep enough!)

Needless to say, I need some sort of energy drink, even if it’s just a cappuccino. But energy drinks have a nice pick-me-up.

At the same time, my 14 year old is constantly bringing home these 16 ounce cans of weird sounded drinks, full of large amounts of stimulants, and SUGAR! Not wanting to be a hypocrite (I try to keep him away from these drinks,) I’m on a quest to find drinks that provide an energy boost and a health boost!

You are welcome to follow along and chime in!