a Vulnerable Time for Stroke
Your body follows a natural 24-hour rhythm. Blood pressure and stress hormones like cortisol typically peak in the early morning hours. This “morning surge” is normal, but in older adults it can be more pronounced because blood vessels are stiffer and the body’s ability to regulate pressure changes with age.
When you skip breakfast, you extend the overnight fasting period. Some research suggests this can amplify the morning blood pressure rise and contribute to greater blood sugar fluctuations. Over time, repeated swings may affect how
