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Oct 12, 2023

3 Wellness Latte Recipes For Sleep, Skin & More

If you walk into a modern-day wellness cafe, you'll likely find a few things

If you walk into a modern-day wellness cafe, you'll likely find a few things upon arrival: quinoa somewhere on the menu, plenty of plant-based protein options, and what many people refer to as "wellness lattes."

In short, a wellness latte is a milk-based blend infused with ingredients that benefit your well-being in some way (hence, wellness latte). But you don't have to drop some coin on these (often very pricey) beverages; these three cafe-grade recipes will turn your kitchen into a wellness cafe in mere minutes.

First up, we have a delicious and nutrient-rich mocha that's packed with collagen, biotin, hyaluronic acid, and more. The secret ingredient: mindbodygreen's chocolate beauty & gut collagen+ (spoiler: You'll be seeing this addition throughout the following recipes as well, so it would be smart to stock up).

This collagen powder comes unflavored and naturally sweetened with organic cocoa powder and monk fruit extract—the latter delivers a rich, chocolatey flavor that perfectly shakes up a classic latte.

This warm, ancient Ayurvedic beverage is the perfect addition to any relaxing evening regimen. As integrative neurologist Kulreet Chaudhary, M.D., previously writes for mbg: "Once you've tried golden milk, you'll be hooked on the way it settles your mind and body at the end of the day and invites your entire being to relax and let go of any worries as you drift off to sleep."

If you need an energy boost without the coffee jitters, give matcha a shot. See, matcha technically has 70 milligrams of caffeine, while brewed coffee has 96 milligrams. Yes, it's still a nice-sized caffeine portion, but matcha also comes loaded with L-theanine, an energy-boosting amino acid that can make you feel calmer cognitively1.

That's why people who drink matcha often report a sustained energy burst minus the sleepy crash later on. And when you add collagen, you'll get an even frothier latte with added skin benefits.* Plus, the earthy flavors blend together perfectly.

Wellness lattes typically provide some kind of health benefit, from smooth, hydrated skin to blood sugar support to balanced digestion and more. If you want to take any of those benefits to the next level, simply add a multifaceted collagen powder to your blend.* If you want to learn more about the benefits of collagen supplements, check out this guide; you'll start a daily ritual in no time.

Hannah Frye is the Assistant Beauty Editor at mindbodygreen. She has a B.S. in journalism and a minor in women's, gender, and queer studies from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Hannah has written across lifestyle sections including health, wellness, sustainability, personal development, and more. She previously interned for Almost 30, a top-rated health and wellness podcast. In her current role, Hannah reports on the latest beauty trends, holistic skincare approaches, must-have makeup products, and inclusivity in the beauty industry. She currently lives in New York City.