Color
Black, Brownish Black
Black, Dark Brown
Types
Sheng Pu’er (Raw pu-erh Tea) and Shu Pu’er (Ripe pu-erh Tea)
NA
Milk Content
Not required
Half a cup
Taste
Earthy, Mellow, Sweet
Bitter, Intense espresso
Serving Style
Hot
Cold, Hot, Iced
Additives
No Additives
Milk, No Additives, Sugar, Water
Physical Benefits
Aids bowel movements, Improves digestion, Lowers cholesterol
Beneficial for kidneys, lungs and heart
Mental Health Benefits
Gives calming effect, Refreshes mind
Mental alertness, Prevents dizziness, Refreshes mind, Strengthens mood
Disease Prevention
Reduces cardiovascular diseases
Not Available
Overall Health Benefits
Functions as a antioxidant, Increases metabolism, Useful for weight control
Not Available
Hair Care
Not Available
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Skin Care
Not Available
Not Available
Low Risk Side Effects
Headache, Nervousness, Sleep Problems, Vomiting
Insomnia, Nervousness, Restlessness
High Risk Side Effects
Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat, Tremors
Anxiety disorder, Diarrhea, High blood pressure, Irritable bowel syndrome, Stomach pains, Thinning bones (osteoporosis), Unknown
Caffeine Level
Low
Extreme
Safe Level
300.00 mg
400.00 mg
Harmful Level
500.00 mg
500.00 mg
Effects of Caffeine
Confusion, Hypokalemia, Insomnia, Muscle tremors, Sleeping Crisis
Fast heartbeat, Insomnia, Irritability, Muscle tremors, Nervousness, Restlessness, Sleep difficulties, Stomach upset
Without Sugar
Not Available
With Sugar
Not Available
Not Available
With Skimmed Milk
Not Available
Not Available
With Skimmed Milk and Sugar
Not Available
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With Whole Milk
Not Available
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With Whole Milk and Sugar
Not Available
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Calories With Additives
Not Available
Not Available
Brands
Yunnan
Black Eye Coffee, Costa Coffee, Folgers, Starbucks
Originated in
China
Italy
Origin Period
7th Century
18th Century, Approx 15th Century
Popularity
Moderate
Famous