Customer Inquiry: Hello, I really love drinking tea, especially green tea, and I usually drink six or seven cups a day or even more. Lately, though, I’ve been having trouble sleeping after drinking green tea, to the point where I’m scared to drink it anymore. What should I do if green tea keeps me awake?
Chang Hsing Tea: Hello, and thank you for reaching out. Having trouble sleeping after drinking green tea is a common struggle for many tea lovers. Aside from the caffeine in green tea, personal sensitivity also plays a role, making it a bit harder to overcome. Our advice is to avoid brewing your tea too strong and try not to drink too much of it, which can help reduce sleeplessness. You should also watch the timing of your consumption—it’s best not to drink it on an empty stomach. You might also want to stop drinking tea after noon, and adjust your cutoff time depending on how much your sleep improves.
If the issue is severe, we still recommend avoiding caffeine-containing beverages like tea and coffee, and seeking help from a doctor. After all, as delicious as green tea is, nothing is more important than your health.
▲ To prevent green tea from keeping you awake, try avoiding it in the afternoon and gradually adjusting your drinking schedule.