#132 Coffee: Friend or Foe? Plus Saffron for Anxiety - Stephen Cherniske episode artwork

EPISODE · Dec 19, 2025 · 1H 8M

#132 Coffee: Friend or Foe? Plus Saffron for Anxiety - Stephen Cherniske

from Welcome to Wellness · host Ashley Deeley

Is caffeine actually good for you? Learn from Stephen Cherniske, author of 'Caffeine Blues' as we dive into the secrets behind coffee, DHEA, cortisol, and saffron for anxiety!New episodes of Welcome to Wellness released every Friday!Hyperlinked show notes at https://www.ashleydeeley.com/w2w/caffeine🐟 Fish Oil: Stop buy fish oil at the grocery store. Upgrade to the cleanest fish oil on the market instead! I love this Specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPM). Buy on Amazon or Buy Directly from BodyBio. 🎧 ⁠Defender Shield: ⁠Still using bluetooth headphones? Upgrade to wired headphones which are scientifically-tested to dissipate up to 99% of EMFs giving you solid protection. ➡️ ⁠Discount code: ASHLEYDEELEY⁠💩 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy Bum⁠⁠⁠⁠: Not going to the bathroom every day? It's time to eliminate toxins and feel your best. This enema kit helps clear away waste, reduces bloating, and leaves you feeling incredibly energized. ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠Discount code: ASHLEYDEELEY⁠⁠⁠4:28 Understanding DHEA and Its Role07:14 Caffeine's Impact on DHEA and Cortisol10:05 The Adenosine Connection: Caffeine's Mechanism13:11 Caffeine Tolerance and Its Effects15:37 Caffeine: Stimulant or Drug?18:36 Managing Anxiety and Caffeine Consumption21:35 Caffeine and Sleep Quality23:56 Caffeine's Effects on Gut Health27:00 Caffeine and Happiness: A Double-Edged Sword29:51 Caffeine Consumption: Finding the Right Balance32:02 Caffeine in Different Forms: Tea vs. Coffee32:40 The Origins of Caffeine Research32:57 The Hidden Sources of Caffeine35:42 Caffeine's Impact on Repair and Aging39:10 DHEA: The Key to Repair and Longevity41:36 DHEA for Dogs and Its Benefits45:10 Testing and Optimal Levels of DHEA48:57 The Importance of Hormonal Balance51:06 Addressing Anxiety and Stress54:37 Caffeine's Effects on Vision and Health01:03:38 Caffeine, Alzheimer's, and Liver HealthWhere to find Dr. Stephen Cherniske⁠Website⁠[email protected] to find Ashley Deeley:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]

Is caffeine actually good for you? Learn from Stephen Cherniske, author of 'Caffeine Blues' as we dive into the secrets behind coffee, DHEA, cortisol, and saffron for anxiety!New episodes of Welcome to Wellness released every Friday!Hyperlinked show notes at https://www.ashleydeeley.com/w2w/caffeine🐟 Fish Oil: Stop buy fish oil at the grocery store. Upgrade to the cleanest fish oil on the market instead! I love this Specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPM). Buy on Amazon or Buy Directly from BodyBio. 🎧 ⁠Defender Shield: ⁠Still using bluetooth headphones? Upgrade to wired headphones which are scientifically-tested to dissipate up to 99% of EMFs giving you solid protection. ➡️ ⁠Discount code: ASHLEYDEELEY⁠💩 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy Bum⁠⁠⁠⁠: Not going to the bathroom every day? It's time to eliminate toxins and feel your best. This enema kit helps clear away waste, reduces bloating, and leaves you feeling incredibly energized. ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠Discount code: ASHLEYDEELEY⁠⁠⁠4:28 Understanding DHEA and Its Role07:14 Caffeine's Impact on DHEA and Cortisol10:05 The Adenosine Connection: Caffeine's Mechanism13:11 Caffeine Tolerance and Its Effects15:37 Caffeine: Stimulant or Drug?18:36 Managing Anxiety and Caffeine Consumption21:35 Caffeine and Sleep Quality23:56 Caffeine's Effects on Gut Health27:00 Caffeine and Happiness: A Double-Edged Sword29:51 Caffeine Consumption: Finding the Right Balance32:02 Caffeine in Different Forms: Tea vs. Coffee32:40 The Origins of Caffeine Research32:57 The Hidden Sources of Caffeine35:42 Caffeine's Impact on Repair and Aging39:10 DHEA: The Key to Repair and Longevity41:36 DHEA for Dogs and Its Benefits45:10 Testing and Optimal Levels of DHEA48:57 The Importance of Hormonal Balance51:06 Addressing Anxiety and Stress54:37 Caffeine's Effects on Vision and Health01:03:38 Caffeine, Alzheimer's, and Liver HealthWhere to find Dr. Stephen Cherniske⁠Website⁠[email protected] to find Ashley Deeley:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]

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