Why consuming less caffeine can cause more weird dreams
When someone quits or reduces their caffeine intake, their dreams appear more vivid, detailed, and may be more strange. Science hasn't proven a direct link between the amount of caffeine you consume and its effects, but researchers believe there is a strong connection between caffeine consumption and the quality of sleep.
Caffeine blocks adenosine, a brain chemical that makes you feel tired. By blocking this chemical, caffeine makes you feel energized. Taking caffeine or energy drinks too late in the day can disturb sleep and reduce REM cycles. When you cut back on caffeine, your deep sleep improves, and the time you spend in REM cycles increases. More REM sleep means more dreams, which can lead to longer and more memorable dream experiences.
Vivid dreams are described as dreams that are emotionally connected and easy to recall after waking up. Since caffeine limits REM cycles, reducing it can cause a more intense dream experience.
Experts recommend not consuming caffeine at least 8 hours before bedtime, as this will improve your sleep quality. While this effect is not for everyone, many people report that their sleep quality improves within a few days.
Conclusion
Caffeine has no direct link to vivid dreams, but less caffeine means more time in deep sleep and REM cycles, which have a close link to experiencing dreams more real.
