Can drinking instant coffee during menstruation cause hormonal imbalance?
Mar 17, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
Whether drinking instant coffee during menstruation affects the menstrual cycle and causes irregularities mainly depends on the amount consumed. If consumed in small quantities, it has little effect on the menstrual cycle and will not directly cause menstrual disorders. However, instant coffee contains caffeine, and excessive consumption may stimulate the central nervous system, leading to hormonal imbalances, which can affect menstrual flow and cycle regularity.
Generally speaking, menstrual irregularity refers to dysmenorrhea. Whether drinking instant coffee during menstruation can lead to menstrual disorders mainly depends on the amount consumed. Drinking a small amount typically does not cause menstrual irregularities. However, excessive consumption may lead to menstrual disorders. A detailed analysis is as follows:
If only a small amount of instant coffee is consumed, it generally will not directly affect the menstrual cycle or cause irregularities. However, instant coffee contains relatively high levels of sugar and calories, so individuals who are dieting or have diabetes should try to avoid consuming it.
If large quantities of instant coffee are consumed, it may affect the menstrual cycle and lead to menstrual irregularities. This is because instant coffee is a stimulant beverage containing a certain amount of caffeine. Excessive consumption may result in caffeine stimulating the central nervous system, causing excessive nervous system excitement and hormonal imbalances, which can indirectly affect menstruation, leading to increased or decreased menstrual flow, irregular menstrual cycles, dysmenorrhea, and other symptoms. Therefore, it is not recommended to drink instant coffee during menstruation.
Instant coffee itself is unhealthy, and it is recommended to consume it sparingly or avoid it altogether regardless of the situation. Additionally, during menstruation, attention should also be given to staying warm, especially during winter, to avoid worsening discomfort due to cold exposure.
