Can drinking raw Pu’er tea cause insomnia?
Disease description:
I drank some raw Pu’er tea the past two days, and I’ve been having trouble falling asleep lately. Can drinking raw Pu’er tea cause insomnia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhong Mengfei
Drinking raw Pu’er tea may cause insomnia—especially when consumed in large quantities before bedtime or by individuals who rarely drink tea. Such individuals are more prone to experiencing reduced sleep quality or even insomnia. The primary reason for this is that certain compounds in raw Pu’er tea—such as tea polyphenols—can stimulate the nervous system and interfere with sleep. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid drinking tea close to bedtime.
