Color
Black, Brownish Black
Brown, Dark Brown
Types
Sheng Pu’er (Raw pu-erh Tea) and Shu Pu’er (Ripe pu-erh Tea)
Espresso
Milk Content
Not required
Little
Taste
Earthy, Mellow, Sweet
Bitter
Additives
No Additives
Hot water, Milk
Physical Benefits
Aids bowel movements, Improves digestion, Lowers cholesterol
Beneficial for kidneys, lungs and heart
Mental Health Benefits
Gives calming effect, Refreshes mind
Boosts Energy, Enhance memory, Fights depression
Disease Prevention
Reduces cardiovascular diseases
Helpful for type 2 diabetes
Overall Health Benefits
Functions as a antioxidant, Increases metabolism, Useful for weight control
Functions as a antioxidant, Useful for weight control
Low Risk Side Effects
Headache, Nervousness, Sleep Problems, Vomiting
Acidity, Sleep disorders
High Risk Side Effects
Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat, Tremors
Increases level of cholesterol, Slows the blood flow in heart, Thinning bones (osteoporosis)
Caffeine Level
Low
Moderate
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, Stomach upset
With Skimmed Milk and Sugar
-
With Whole Milk and Sugar
Calories With Additives
0.00 Kcal
Originated in
China
Italy
Origin Period
7th Century
16th Century
Popularity
Moderate
Famous