Pu’er tea is a unique type of fermented tea originating from Yunnan Province in China.
Caffeine Content
- Like all true teas derived from the Camellia sinensis plant, pu’er tea naturally contains caffeine.
- Caffeine is a known stimulant that blocks adenosine receptors in the brain, which can lead to increased alertness and potentially disrupt sleep patterns. Consuming pu’er tea, especially in the late afternoon or evening, may make it harder to fall asleep or decrease sleep quality.
Considerations
- Individuals vary in their sensitivity to caffeine. Those who are more sensitive may experience more pronounced effects on their sleep.
- Drinking pu’er tea earlier in the day can help mitigate potential sleep disturbances.