- Caffeine may lead to the development of breast and ovarian cysts – For women with PCOS, fibroids, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, consuming caffeine is going to act like a catalyst to the development of cyst.
2. Your gene impact your ability to metabolize caffeine safely – Are you one of those people who can have a double espresso after dinner and sleep like a baby, or does a single latte keeps you up all night?
It depends of genetics.
Gene – CYP1A2 – Breaks down caffeine in the liver. Variants of this gene can tell that how long does it takes to your liver to eliminate caffeine from your system.
Based on your gene variation, your body will either produce a lot of enzyme, making you a fast metabolizer or a little, putting you in the slow metabolizer category.
How is this enzyme related to your period and fertility? CYP1A2 -is the same gene which is involved in metabolizing estrogen. So, if you’re a slow caffeine metabolizer, most probably, you are a slow estrogen metabolizer too. Excess of estrogen can create the imbalance and other issues. (It will be covered in the next blog)
3. Caffeine depletes micronutrients essential for hormone balance – Caffeine may reduce the absorption of key nutrients and minerals – such as magnesium and B vitamins.
4. The acidity in coffee can alter the microbiome – coffee’s high acid content can cause an imbalance in your gut which in turn reduces the ability to absorb micronutrient. No matter how healthy you eat, if you are constantly drinking coffee, your body might not absorb all the nutrients.
5. Caffeine decreases fertility rates – It is alarming for both men and women
– Caffeine increases cortisol levels and stresses the adernals, interfering with ovulation
– Caffeine depletes vital vitamins and minerals – including B vitamins and folate – needed for ovulation and healthy fertility
– Drinking three or more caffeinated beverages a day prior to conception increases the risk of miscarriage by 74 percent, according to research in Fertility and Sterlity, 2016.
