Coffee has long been a familiar beverage, helping to stay alert and maintain energy for the day.
However, not only the amount of coffee but also the time of day it's consumed directly affects health, according to the health website Verywell Health.
The habit of drinking coffee right after waking up or sipping it throughout the day may seem simple, but it makes a noticeable difference.
A 2025 study showed that the timing of coffee consumption has a significant impact on health.
People who drink coffee in the morning have a lower risk of death compared to those who drink it sporadically throughout the day or don't drink it at all.
The study tracked 40,725 adults in the United States for nearly 10 years.
The results showed that the group who drank coffee in the morning had a reduced risk of death from cardiovascular disease and a reduced risk of death from all causes.
People who drink coffee in the morning have a lower risk of death compared to those who drink it throughout the day or not at all. Illustration: AI
Drinking coffee in the morning helps fight inflammation.
The body typically has higher levels of inflammation in the morning. Coffee is more effective at this time in combating inflammation, thereby supporting cardiovascular health.
This effect helps explain why the group that drank coffee in the morning received more pronounced benefits.
Drinking coffee late at night affects sleep.
Drinking coffee in the afternoon or evening reduces melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep. When melatonin levels decrease, the body is more prone to high blood pressure and increased oxidative stress.
People who drink coffee throughout the day do not receive the same cardiovascular benefits as those who drink it in the morning. This is due to a disruption of their circadian rhythm.
Limiting coffee consumption late in the day can improve sleep quality.
Low-decaffeinated coffee (decaf coffee) is still beneficial when drunk in the morning.
Low-decaffeinated coffee is coffee that has had most of the caffeine removed but still contains a small amount. Each 240ml cup contains between 2 and 15 mg of caffeine, significantly less than regular coffee.
Both regular and low-decaffeinated coffee, when consumed in the morning, help reduce the risk of death compared to drinking it throughout the day or not drinking it at all.
Low-decaffeinated coffee still retains its anti-inflammatory effects. This benefit is more pronounced when consumed in the morning.