Coffee is a global favourite, enjoyed for its energy boost and social connection, with billions of cups consumed daily. In this episode, Matt and Nick explore the popular debate among internet influencers about the best time to have caffeine in the morning.

Key Points:

The podcast debunks the idea that delaying morning coffee prevents energy crashes, citing a lack of scientific evidence. Instead, it emphasizes focusing on major health habits like diet, exercise, and sleep over minor concerns like caffeine timing.

• Caffeine Timing Myth: The hosts debunk the popular notion of delaying morning coffee for 60-90 minutes to avoid a midday crash, arguing that it lacks solid scientific backing. They cite internet influencers who promote this idea without substantial evidence.
• Cortisol and Caffeine: The discussion references a 2005 study on caffeine's impact on cortisol levels (a stress hormone). The study shows that regular coffee drinkers may have a blunted cortisol response, but it does not support claims about delayed coffee consumption preventing energy crashes.
• Caffeine Sensitivity: Sensitivity to caffeine varies individually. For most people, consuming coffee doesn't significantly impact sleep or cause crashes, but caffeine-sensitive individuals should monitor their intake based on their own experiences.
• Focus on What's Important: The podcast highlights that obsessing over minor details like coffee timing distracts from more impactful health habits like balanced diet, exercise, and sleep. They encourage people to trust their own bodies rather than follow trends blindly​