The Cabral Concept 3274: What’s Better: Coffee Before or After Breakfast? (WW)
Jan 22, 2025
Discover the intriguing effects of coffee consumption on an empty stomach versus after breakfast. The discussion highlights how timing influences appetite, energy levels, and digestion. Delve into the science behind glucose regulation and the overall impact on your health. Gain insights to help you find out what works best for your body and enhance your morning routine. Enjoy a fresh perspective that could transform your coffee habits!
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Coffee Timing for Different Benefits
- For short-term benefits like appetite suppression and alertness boost, drink coffee before breakfast.
- For long-term benefits and adrenal health, drink coffee after breakfast.
Coffee and Appetite Suppression
- Drinking coffee before food suppresses appetite because caffeine acts on the central nervous system.
- This increases sympathetic nervous system tone, leading to a suppressed appetite.
Coffee and Alertness Boost
- Caffeine on an empty stomach boosts alertness by elevating heart rate and glucose levels.
- This is due to increased sympathetic nervous system activity.