Are you tired in the mid-morning? Experts advise not to reach for the caffeine.
A second or third cup of coffee may not have the effect you hope it will. The stimulant can raise cortisol levels, which naturally dip around 10 or 11 a.m. Cortisol is the body’s main stress hormone. It can also regulate inflammation and blood pressure and boost energy. But, high cortisol doesn’t necessarily equate to high energy.
