Do you really know? Is it really good to drink coffee every morning?
Sep 22, 2025
Is that morning coffee really a good idea? Nutritionists reveal that drinking it right after waking might backfire by spiking cortisol and making you feel more tired. The podcast explores the impact of caffeine on an empty stomach, highlighting potential side effects like palpitations and insulin resistance. Instead, it suggests waiting an hour after waking to enjoy your brew with breakfast, ensuring a healthier coffee experience. Tune in for tips that could transform your morning ritual!
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Morning Cortisol And Caffeine Clash
- Your body produces cortisol on waking to help you get going.
- Adding caffeine immediately can create excess cortisol and worsen tiredness.
Empty-Stomach Coffee Backfires
- Drinking coffee on an empty stomach speeds caffeine absorption into the bloodstream.
- Fast absorption can overstimulate synapses, causing brain fatigue that later increases tiredness.
Coffee May Affect Metabolism
- Morning coffee can promote insulin resistance and disrupt blood sugar regulation.
- This disruption may encourage weight gain, stress, and ongoing fatigue.