Coffee is the world's favorite stimulant, but is it helping you or quietly working against your sleep, gut, and stress levels? Dr. Tim Scott and Mia Scott, NP, break down how caffeine actually works, who should be careful, how to spot clean beans, and the best ways to make your daily cup work for you. Simple, practical, and no scare tactics.

What you will learn

• How caffeine blocks adenosine and changes dopamine, norepinephrine, and acetylcholine

• Short-term boosts vs long-term brain and heart benefits

• Who should limit or avoid coffee

• Mold and mycotoxins 101 and what labels actually mean

• Add-ins that help your gut and blood sugar

  Quick takeaways

  • Cut off caffeine by early afternoon for better sleep.

  • Choose organic, single-origin beans with third-party testing for mycotoxins.

  • Whole beans you grind yourself beat pre-ground for freshness.

  • Skip artificial creamers. Try organic cream or half and half, a dash of maple syrup or honey, and cinnamon or clove.

  • Consider delaying your first cup 90 to 120 minutes after waking if you run anxious or wired.