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August 26, 2025 15 mins

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What if the reason you're really exhausted, restless, or lying awake at 2am… is your morning coffee?

Sounds crazy, right?...but multiple studies show that women metabolize caffeine up to 40% SLOWER in perimenopause.

Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on why caffeine hits harder in midlife and 5 simple hacks to make your daily cup a little more hormone-friendly—without giving it up completely.

In this episode, we‘ll address your most commonly asked questions, including:

✅ Why does coffee make me feel more anxious in my 40s? 

✅ Is it bad to drink coffee on an empty stomach? 

✅ How long does caffeine stay in your system in perimenopause? 

✅ Does declining estrogen impact how I process caffeine? 

✅ What’s the best time to stop drinking coffee for better sleep after 40?

✅ Why am I still tired after drinking coffee? 

✅ What are some signs my coffee habit is stressing out my hormones?

✅ Is Coffee Mate bad for my hormones? 

✅ What can I put in my coffee to avoid spiking my blood sugar?

If your morning coffee gives you more anxiety than energy—this episode’s for you!

Next Step:

No More Guesswork. No More Labwork. Just your own personal hormone game plan, customized to you. Book your Hormone Balance Breakthru Call (limited spots available): https://bit.ly/getyourhormonebreakthru

Back-2-Hormone Basics Episodes:

EP 87 | “Why Am I So Tired, Foggy, and Moody?” 5 Signs Your Body Is Fighting Inflammation & Needs a Detox to Balance Hormones: https://pod.fo/e/317515

EP 86 | You'll Never Fix Your Perimenopause Symptoms Until You Address This... [AYTM Flashback]: https://pod.fo/e/3113b1

Resources:

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*Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.

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