Color
Black, Brownish Black, Dark Brown
Yellowish Green
Types
Tanyang Gongfu, Zhenghe Gongfu, Zhengshan xiaozhong, Earl Grey Tea
Mate, Green, Herbal
Milk Content
Not required
Little
Taste
Bitter, Bittersweet, Sweet
Bitter
Serving Style
Hot
Cold, Hot
Additives
Hot water, Lemon, Sugar
Cinnamon, Cloves, Ginger, Milk, Nutmeg
Physical Benefits
Beneficial for kidneys, lungs and heart, Improves digestion, Increases immunity, Protects bones, Strengthens bones
Beneficial for kidneys, lungs and heart, Improves digestion, Increases immunity, Keeps digestive tract healthy, Makes better immune system, Strengthens bones
Mental Health Benefits
Fights depression, Gives calming effect, Increases alertness, Refreshes mind
Boosts Energy, Boosts memory, Increases concentration, Mental alertness, Mental clarity
Disease Prevention
Lowers risk of diabetes, Prevents cancer, Prevents Parkinson's disease, Treats artherosclerosis
Helpful for type 2 diabetes, Prevents heart disease, Reduces cardiovascular diseases
Overall Health Benefits
Detoxifies your body, Oral Health, Useful for weight control
Detoxifies your body, Have anti bacterial properties, Useful for weight control
Low Risk Side Effects
Dizziness, Headache, Irritability, Ringing in ears, Sleep disorders, Vomiting
Anxiety, Headache, Nausea, Sleeplessness, Stomach upsets, Vomiting
High Risk Side Effects
Convulsions, Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat
Can cause cancer, High blood pressure, Irregular heartbeat, Liver disease
Caffeine Level
Low
Moderate
Safe Level
300.00 mg
85.00 mg
Harmful Level
500.00 mg
200.00 mg
Effects of Caffeine
Confusion, Hypokalemia, Insomnia, Muscle tremors, Sleeping Crisis
Fatigue, Nausea, Sleeping Crisis, Vomiting
With Skimmed Milk and Sugar
-
With Whole Milk and Sugar
-
Brands
Alokozay, Ceylon, Lipton, Rosa Black Tea, Tazo, Tejava, Twinings
Amanda, Eco Teas, Guayaki
Originated in
China
Europe, South America
Origin Period
2700 BC
19th Century