Color
Black, Brownish Black
Dark Brown
Types
Sheng Pu’er (Raw pu-erh Tea) and Shu Pu’er (Ripe pu-erh Tea)
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Milk Content
Not required
Not required
Taste
Earthy, Mellow, Sweet
Bitter, Intense espresso
Serving Style
Hot
Hot, Iced
Additives
No Additives
Dripping Coffee, Espresso, Hot water
Physical Benefits
Aids bowel movements, Improves digestion, Lowers cholesterol
Improves digestion
Mental Health Benefits
Gives calming effect, Refreshes mind
Mental alertness, Prevents dizziness
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, Restlessness, Stomach Inflammation
High Risk Side Effects
Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat, Tremors
Can cause cancer, Hazardous during early pregnancy, Increase in Acidity that leads to Ulcer
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, 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
Brands
Yunnan
Folgers, Red eye coffee house, Starbucks
Originated in
China
Italy
Origin Period
7th Century
18th Century
Popularity
Moderate
Famous