There are people who reach for coffee as soon as they wake up. They drink coffee, which is high in caffeine, without even drinking water. Is it okay for the body to be in a fasting state? Naturally, it is not good for the stomach mucosa, and it overlaps with the secretion time of the awakening hormone cortisol, which can cause side effects such as palpitations in some people. Coffee has both advantages and disadvantages. This time, let's mainly learn about the timing of consumption.
Drinking coffee at 9:30 AM and 2 PM... Who has increased efficiency?
To conclude, it is best to drink coffee between 9:30 AM and 10 AM after breakfast. For office workers, it can be consumed after arriving at work. Around lunchtime, when feeling a bit drowsy after a meal, around 1:30 PM to 2 PM is appropriate. Of course, there are significant individual differences, so it cannot be applied uniformly. Since both breakfast and lunch have been consumed, it can protect the stomach mucosa and avoid the secretion time of cortisol hormone. The secretion of the awakening hormone cortisol is activated around 8 AM, which helps with full-fledged activities.
When it disrupts nighttime sleep... Why should coffee be avoided after 3 PM?
The lasting effect of caffeine in coffee varies greatly among individuals but generally lasts about 6 to 8 hours. For those who have trouble sleeping at night due to coffee, it is best not to drink it after 3 PM. Some people can still sleep well even after drinking coffee after dinner. Since it varies from person to person, it is advisable to test it directly and determine the time for afternoon coffee. The key is not to drink coffee on an empty stomach. Many people who live on coffee suffer from heartburn and gastritis.
Drinking coffee before exercise or reading... Helps with concentration and endurance
Some professional soccer players drink strong coffee before a match. This is because it helps with concentration and endurance during the game. This has been confirmed by numerous research results. A cup of coffee before starting to study can awaken the brain and increase efficiency. Drinking it before reading is also good for comprehension. Again, there are significant individual differences. It is advisable to stop if any adverse reactions occur after testing it directly.
Rich in antioxidants like chlorogenic acid... Should be consumed according to individual body conditions
In addition to caffeine, coffee contains many antioxidants such as chlorogenic acid that reduce oxidative damage to the body. For those with liver disease, drinking about 3 cups of coffee a day can help prevent liver cancer (data from the Korean Association for the Study of the Liver). In some cases, it also promotes bowel movements. Coffee is indeed a controversial food. Its advantages and disadvantages are clear. Drinking coffee is a personal choice. If you feel nauseous or uncomfortable, it is better not to drink it. If you have gastritis or gastric ulcers, you should limit it. If you have a habit of drinking after meals, wait at least 30 minutes. This is because it can interfere with the absorption of nutrients such as iron.
