02/24/2025
☕️ Ladies, let’s talk about something I hear a lot: Morning coffee on an empty stomach!
So many women tell me they grab their coffee first thing in the morning, but here’s why you might want to rethink that habit. 🚫
1️⃣ Cortisol Chaos: Coffee can spike cortisol (your stress hormone), which is already high in the AM. This can lead to anxiety & adrenal burnout. 😰
2️⃣ Blood Sugar Woes: Cortisol messes with your blood sugar, setting you up for imbalanced levels the rest of the day. 🩸
3️⃣ GI Trouble: Coffee is acidic and on an empty stomach, it can cause heartburn, bloating, or stomach upset. 🤢
4️⃣ Nutrient Absorption: When your GI is disrupted, you’re not absorbing nutrients as efficiently. 💔
These 4 things together can wreak havoc on your hormones, leading to worsening PMS, perimenopause symptoms, and even adrenal fatigue.
💡 So next time, try having something like a smoothie, some eggs, or oats before that cup of joe. Your body will thank you! 🌱💖