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Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages as it is known for its ability to stimulate mental alertness and improve mood. However, according to metabolism and nutrition experts, the timing of coffee consumption can significantly influence its effects on the body. Although many people drink it as soon as they wake up, studies suggest that the best time to enjoy a cup of coffee is not as early as we might think.
Why not drink coffee first thing in the morning?
When we wake up, the body releases a hormone called cortisol, known as the "stress hormone". This hormone plays an important role in metabolism, energy and the regulation of circadian rhythms, helping us to feel naturally awake.
According to Dr. Steven Miller, a neuroscientist specializing in circadian rhythms, drinking coffee first thing in the morning, when cortisol is at its peak, can reduce the effects of this hormone on the body, as the body is already in a naturally alert state.
The best time to drink coffee
According to metabolism experts, the best time to drink coffee is between 9:30 and 11:30 in the morning, when cortisol levels drop and caffeine acts as a booster without interfering with the body's natural rhythms.
A cup after lunch can also be useful to counteract the afternoon energy slump, but it is important to limit consumption after 2:00 p.m.