caffeine in tea
The Slow Release of Tea Caffeine:
The caffeine content in tea is released in the body at about half the rate of coffee! The absence of a ‘strong jolt’ means that tea is less taxing on the nervous system. The caffeine in tea produces a gradual increase in alertness over a few hours, as opposed to the ‘crash’ that often occurs after coffee consumption.
| The following chart shows the approximate caffeine content of coffee, cola, and a variety of teas: | |
|---|---|
| Coffee | 100 mg |
| Cola | 45 mg |
| Black tea | 40 mg |
| Oolong tea | 30 mg |
| Green tea | 20 mg |
| White tea | 15 mg |
| Herbals/Tisanes | 0 mg |
Caffeine levels vary according to brewing strength.
