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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
Timing always matters when drinking coffee. Let's learn the best time to drink coffee to remain alert, energised, focused and productive.
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Your body has a hormone called cortisol. Drinking coffee just after waking up might mess with your cortisol levels and thus elevate stress.
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If you wait until 2 hours post-waking up to drink coffee, it works better because it won't interfere with cortisol and gives you a stronger energy boost.
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A mid-morning coffee helps in staying focused and productive without feeling irritated, making it the perfect time for work or study.
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Coffee is great as a pre-workout because drinking it 30-60 minutes before exercise provides more alertness and energy for better performance.
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Drinking it after lunch may help fight the afternoon tiredness, keeping you alert and more focused for the rest of the day.
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If you are sensitive to caffeine, you should avoid drinking it too late because it might disturb your sleep, resulting in low energy for the next day, and keep you sluggish throughout the day.
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Drinking water with coffee will keep you hydrated and also help in caffeine work better, giving you lasting energy to achieve your goals.
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Black coffee or espresso is more preferable by people because it gives energy without taking extra sugar or calories.
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Coffee isn't just a drink; it's your energy booster. Drinking it at the right time and choosing the right type will keep you energised and focused for a longer period of time.
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