SLEEP DOCTOR REVEALS YOU'RE HAVING COFFEE AT THE WRONG TIME!
- Feb 24, 2026
- 1:42
- Short
Dr Michael Breus explains that after a full night of sleep you can lose close to a litre of water through breathing alone, meaning you wake up dehydrated.
Because caffeine is a diuretic, he does not recommend making coffee your first drink. He suggests waiting about 90 minutes before having caffeine, since your body is already running on high levels of adrenaline and cortisol when you wake.
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Brief Summary
Hydrate before caffeine; wait 90 minutes after waking.
Key points
- The Perfect Time for Coffee. Discover the ideal time to enjoy your morning coffee based on your chronotype.
- Hydration Before Caffeine. Learn why it's crucial to hydrate before your morning caffeine fix.
