Breadcrumbs ![What Nutritionists Really Think Of Your Morning Coffee, Matcha & Bone Broth](https://media.sheerluxe.com/lc0jqzuiwJzxz51NFJWE7srA3TU=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fsl-170926-site-assets-benefits-of-a-morning-drink-hero-thumb.jpg) Image: @stephrobinson [Health & Wellness](/life/health-wellness) / 17 September 2026 # What Nutritionists Really Think Of Your Morning Coffee, Matcha & Bone Broth What you choose to drink first thing can have more of an impact on your day than you might think. From your morning coffee to a bowl of bone broth, we asked three nutritionists to break down the benefits, potential drawbacks and what each one could mean for your energy, digestion and overall wellbeing. ByJennifer George / [ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/54119) Image: @stephrobinson All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. [ ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/zV4AWCerlJ8BFT685O7LUQU7EHA=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fstephrobinnson.jpg) ](https://www.instagram.com/stephrobinnson/) @StephRobinson ## Loaded Water “I like to think of a glass of water as a vessel. Plain, filtered water is absolutely fine and should still make up the bulk of our hydration, but there are times when we can use that base to add a little extra nourishment in a really simple way. That might mean adding minerals, naturally occurring electrolytes such as those found in coconut water, vitamin C-rich citrus, fresh herbs or ingredients that support digestion. “There’s a secondary benefit too: it can make hydration more appealing. If someone finds plain water boring, adding lemon, lime, cucumber, mint, berries or a good-quality electrolyte blend can make it easier to drink consistently – and for that reason, it’s worth doing. The important thing is to keep some perspective: we don’t need to turn every glass of water into a supplement.” *–* [*Jess Shand*](https://www.instagram.com/jess_shand_/)*, registered naturopathic nutritionist & author* ## Coffee “Coffee can absolutely have a place in a healthy diet. It’s naturally rich in polyphenols and other bioactive compounds, and moderate intake has been associated with benefits for cognitive performance, liver health and cardiometabolic health. The key is to be mindful of when you drink it and, most importantly, to pay attention to how your body responds. “What I look at is how someone is using coffee and what effect it’s having on them. If someone is already under significant stress, under-fuelled, anxious, sleeping poorly or feeling very ‘wired but tired’, adding a lot of caffeine can put even more stimulation on an already stressed system. From a hormone-health perspective, that matters because persistent stress and poor sleep can affect blood sugar regulation, appetite, cortisol rhythms, recovery and reproductive hormone health. If coffee is replacing breakfast, suppressing hunger or being used to push through genuine exhaustion, I’d be much more interested in addressing what the body is actually asking for. “I personally love [Exhale Coffee](https://amzn.to/46kSbg5) because it’s organic, tested for mycotoxins and has a real focus on coffee quality. My go-to is the medium roast decaf because I still get the polyphenols and the ritual of drinking coffee without the same caffeine load. 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We naturally get a rise in cortisol after waking, which is part of how the body gets us alert and ready for the day. So I tend to think: daylight, hydrate, eat, then matcha. There’s a lot online about having to wait exactly 90 minutes for caffeine but I don’t think we need to be that rigid. If you can’t function without caffeine the second you wake up, I’d be more interested in looking at your sleep, breakfast and overall caffeine intake. “Matcha itself absolutely deserves its healthy reputation. It contains caffeine alongside L-theanine, a combination that has been studied for attention and focus, as well as catechins such as EGCG. Where people can get caught out is assuming anything green is automatically healthy. Matcha made with sweetened milk, vanilla syrup and honey can still be a very sugary drink. I prefer good-quality matcha with unsweetened milk, ideally alongside or after a protein-rich breakfast.” *–* [*Steph Robinson*](https://www.instagram.com/stephrobinnson/)*, holistic nutritionist* ## Smoothie “A well-made smoothie can be a really convenient way to get a nutrient dense breakfast, especially if mornings are busy. The important thing is what goes into it. You want a functional smoothie that will give you lots of diversity and nutrients. Including a packet of [NEWROAD 30](https://newroad.life/products/newroad-30) [ ](https://newroad.life/products/newroad-30)will help you get there as it has a blend of organic fruit, vegetables and pulses for a high-fibre drink with a rice source of polyphenols.” *– Catherine Hurley,* [*NEWROAD*](https://newroad.life/) *founder & health advocate* ## Hot Water With Lemon “I might upset the wellness world here but lemon water isn’t detoxing you. Your liver and kidneys are already very good at doing that. That said, it can still be a useful morning habit. After going all night without drinking, rehydrating when you wake up makes sense and if adding lemon encourages you to drink more water, even better. You’ll also get a small amount of vitamin C and citrate. “The Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective is interesting too, with a long-standing emphasis on warm foods and fluids around digestion. It’s important not to confuse traditional theory with clinical evidence but there’s something to be said for stepping away from the constant pursuit of optimisation and asking a simpler question: does this actually make me feel better? If warm water feels good first thing, there’s nothing wrong with making it part of your routine.” – *Steph* ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/aD2eJFuBe6Fob7yQvI5TpA3miv0=/1920x0/smart/filters:no_upscale()/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F09%2Fmorning-drink-benefits-main.jpg) The Vault Stock; @StephRobinnson ## Electrolytes “Electrolytes are particularly useful when we’ve lost more fluid and minerals than usual – after heavy sweating, exercise, illness, travel, very hot weather or alcohol, for example. From a hormone-health perspective, hydration matters because dehydration itself can act as a physiological stressor, affecting energy, concentration, digestion, headaches and how resilient we feel overall. The goal isn’t to make hydration complicated but to use electrolytes intelligently. “A good example is my[ homemade electrolyte tonic](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFfCeiFs2Sx/?igsh=YTIwenlwcHFmcnh2). I make it with coconut water, fresh lime, grated ginger and a pinch of good-quality sea salt. The coconut water and salt provide electrolytes such as potassium and sodium, while the lime adds freshness and vitamin C, and the ginger can support digestion. It’s a simple way to take hydration one step further without making it feel overly engineered.” – *Jess* ## Bone Broth “Bone broth is one of my favourite morning drinks. I’m far more interested in nourishing the body than ‘cleansing’ it, and bone broth provides fluid and collagen-derived amino acids such as glycine and proline. Some varieties also contain a decent amount of protein, although it’s worth remembering that collagen isn’t a complete protein, so I’d still have eggs, salmon or another complete protein alongside it. “I also like starting the day with something savoury. So many breakfasts, even those marketed as healthy, are very sweet – from granola and flavoured yoghurt to juice and fruit-heavy smoothies. If someone is hungry again by 10am, craving sugar or experiencing a mid-morning slump, breakfast is one of the first things I’d look at. If I had to sum up my morning philosophy, it would be: nourish before you stimulate. Water, morning light, something nourishing and a protein-rich breakfast before the matcha. 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