Color
Black, Brownish Black
Beige, Dark Brown, Light Brown
Types
Sheng Pu’er (Raw pu-erh Tea) and Shu Pu’er (Ripe pu-erh Tea)
No types
Milk Content
Not required
Not required
Taste
Earthy, Mellow, Sweet
Little bitter, Sweet
Serving Style
Hot
Cold, Iced
Additives
No Additives
Cream, Rum, Sugar
Physical Benefits
Aids bowel movements, Improves digestion, Lowers cholesterol
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Mental Health Benefits
Gives calming effect, Refreshes mind
Freshness, Increases alertness
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
Interference with other diseases, Sleeplessness
High Risk Side Effects
Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat, Tremors
Can cause cancer, Cirrhosis, Pancreatitis
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
0.00 Kcal
With Skimmed Milk and Sugar
-
With Whole Milk and Sugar
Calories With Additives
0.00 Kcal
Originated in
China
North Frisian
Origin Period
7th Century
19th Century
Popularity
Moderate
Famous