The short answer is, yes. How and when you drink your coffee matters when it comes to managing cortisol.
Cortisol, the stress hormone in our bodies that regulates our energy levels, is at its peak in the morning. While it is necessary for our health, increased production of cortisol can cause an imbalance in blood sugar causing insulin resistance, unwanted weight gain, trouble with sleep, and a weakened immune system.
Drinking coffee as soon as you wake up, is not a good idea because it can cause a shift in the production of cortisol. This hormone is generally higher in the morning and lowers in the evening.
Additionally, coffee on an empty stomach has been shown to increase acidity in the stomach, so if you have digestive issues such as IBS, acid reflux, or other digestive disorders, it is a good idea to pay attention to how your body responds to caffeine as it could be triggering symptoms.
So what are the recommendations?
First, instead of immediately reaching for the cup of joe right when you wake up, hydrate with a glass of water. Consuming a healthy balanced breakfast composed of complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and protein to neutralize the acidity of your beverage. At that point, cortisol should have lowered (around 1 hour after waking up), and drinking a cup of coffee will actually give you the energy boost you are looking for.
Keep in mind that here at NGN, we recommend staying under 400mg of caffeine per day (4 cups of coffee).
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Written by: Luciana Perasso, M.S, R.D.N
NextGeneration Nutrition Registered Dietitian
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Jessica Mantell M.S., C.N.S., L.D.N.
CEO & Founder of NextGeneration Nutrition
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