Color
Black, Brownish Black
Beige, Dark Brown, White
Types
Sheng Pu’er (Raw pu-erh Tea) and Shu Pu’er (Ripe pu-erh Tea)
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Milk Content
Not required
Little condensed milk
Taste
Earthy, Mellow, Sweet
Bittersweet
Additives
No Additives
Milk
Physical Benefits
Aids bowel movements, Improves digestion, Lowers cholesterol
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Mental Health Benefits
Gives calming effect, Refreshes mind
Freshness, Mental alertness, Mind stimulation
Disease Prevention
Reduces cardiovascular diseases
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Overall Health Benefits
Functions as a antioxidant, Increases metabolism, Useful for weight control
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Low Risk Side Effects
Headache, Nervousness, Sleep Problems, Vomiting
Insomnia, Nervousness, Restlessness
High Risk Side Effects
Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat, Tremors
Painful to those having kidney stones, Stomach pains
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
Without Sugar
0.00 Kcal
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With Skimmed Milk and Sugar
-
With Whole Milk and Sugar
Calories With Additives
0.00 Kcal
Brands
Yunnan
ABC, Nescafê, Nestlé
Originated in
China
Indonesia, Malaysia
Origin Period
7th Century
19th Century, Approx 15th Century
Popularity
Moderate
Famous