As mentioned, coffee on an empty stomach can stimulate cortisol, which can spike blood sugar. “Elevated blood sugar can trigger inflammation and set us up to be on a blood sug… See more

While caffeine can be helpful for making tough workouts feel less difficult, having your coffee before heading to the gym could make you anxious during your workout, ac… See more

This one probably surprises most people. “The acids in coffee weaken the enamel on our teeth and brushing right after drinking coffee can be damaging to our pearly whites,” sa… See more

“Definitely take care of your bladder and other bodily functions before pouring that first cup,” says Largeman-Roth. “Coffee will trigger you to pee, so emptying your bladder firs… See more