Color
Green
Black, Brownish Black, Dark Brown
Types
Herbal
Tanyang Gongfu, Zhenghe Gongfu, Zhengshan xiaozhong, Earl Grey Tea
Milk Content
Not required
Not required
Taste
Little bitter
Bitter, Bittersweet, Sweet
Serving Style
Hot, Iced
Hot
Additives
Honey, Lemon, Mint, Sugar, Water
Hot water, Lemon, Sugar
Number of Servings
1
1
Time Required
Preparation Time
5 minutes2 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
Mental Health Benefits
Increases alertness, Strengthens mood
Fights depression, Gives calming effect, Increases alertness, Refreshes mind
Disease Prevention
-
Lowers risk of diabetes, Prevents cancer, Prevents Parkinson's disease, Treats artherosclerosis
Overall Health Benefits
Helps to burn fat, Useful for weight control
Detoxifies your body, Oral Health, Useful for weight control
Hair Care
-
-
Skin Care
Treats acne and pimples
-
Side Effects
Low Risk Side Effects
Dizziness, Headache, Irritability, Sleeplessness
Dizziness, Headache, Irritability, Ringing in ears, Sleep disorders, Vomiting
High Risk Side Effects
Diarrhea, Irregular heartbeat, Skeletal fluorosis
Convulsions, Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat
Brands
Green, Kakoo, Shuangshi, Tianwang
Alokozay, Ceylon, Lipton, Rosa Black Tea, Tazo, Tejava, Twinings
History
Originated in
Kenya
China
Origin Period
19th Century
2700 BC
Popularity
Moderate
Famous