**Biohacking Friday · Profusions Peptide Collective

**Biohacking Friday

Morning Routine + Cortisol + Your Coffee Ritual

Most people start their day with caffeine before anything else — but that habit is one of the fastest ways to derail energy, slow metabolism, and create unnecessary cortisol spikes.

At Profusions, we teach clients how to work with their biology instead of against it. Here’s today’s biohack:

1. Cortisol Should Be High in the Morning — But Not Triggered Artificially

Your cortisol naturally peaks 30–60 minutes after waking.This healthy rise:

wakes up the brain
increases blood glucose
activates metabolism
regulates circadian rhythm

But when you add caffeine on top of that natural spike, you push cortisol even higher than needed — creating:

wired-but-tired energy
mid-afternoon crashes
increased hunger later in the day
worsening anxiety
disrupted hormones (especially in women 35+)

2. The Better Morning Routine (Science-Based & Easy to Implement)

Step A: Hydrate Before Anything Else: 12–16 oz of mineralized water. Add electrolytes or a pinch of sea salt to replenish overnight adrenal activity.

Step B: Light Before Caffeine

Natural light tells the hypothalamus to regulate cortisol on its own.2–10 minutes is enough, even indirect outdoor light.

Step C: Delay Caffeine 60–90 Minutes After Waking

This reduces cortisol stacking and improves:

sustained energy
sharper cognition
balanced mood
reduced afternoon cravings
better sleep quality

Step D: Protein + Healthy Fats Before Coffee (Optional but Powerful)

Especially important for women in perimenopause, menopause, and clients on GLP-1s or peptides.This stabilizes glucose and prevents the “coffee jitters” that come from drinking caffeine on an empty stomach.

3. Why This Matters for Hormone Optimization

Cortisol is a “master” hormone that influences: