Color
Black, Brownish Black, Dark Brown
Green
Types
Tanyang Gongfu, Zhenghe Gongfu, Zhengshan xiaozhong, Earl Grey Tea
Herbal
Milk Content
Not required
Not required
Taste
Bitter, Bittersweet, Sweet
Little bitter
Serving Style
Hot
Hot, Iced
Additives
Hot water, Lemon, Sugar
Honey, Lemon, Mint, Sugar, Water
Number of Servings
1
1
Time Required
Preparation Time
2 minutes5 minutes
0
15
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Cooking Time
5 minutes5 minutes
0
720
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Health Benefits
Physical Benefits
Beneficial for kidneys, lungs and heart, Improves digestion, Increases immunity, Protects bones, Strengthens bones
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Mental Health Benefits
Fights depression, Gives calming effect, Increases alertness, Refreshes mind
Increases alertness, Strengthens mood
Disease Prevention
Lowers risk of diabetes, Prevents cancer, Prevents Parkinson's disease, Treats artherosclerosis
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Overall Health Benefits
Detoxifies your body, Oral Health, Useful for weight control
Helps to burn fat, Useful for weight control
Hair Care
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Skin Care
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Treats acne and pimples
Side Effects
Low Risk Side Effects
Dizziness, Headache, Irritability, Ringing in ears, Sleep disorders, Vomiting
Dizziness, Headache, Irritability, Sleeplessness
High Risk Side Effects
Convulsions, Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat
Diarrhea, Irregular heartbeat, Skeletal fluorosis
Brands
Alokozay, Ceylon, Lipton, Rosa Black Tea, Tazo, Tejava, Twinings
Green, Kakoo, Shuangshi, Tianwang
History
Originated in
China
Kenya
Origin Period
2700 BC
19th Century
Popularity
Famous
Moderate