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Pu-erh Tea

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Camellia sinensis pu-erh

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Fermented and aged Chinese tea from Yunnan province used medicinally for thousands of years for digestive conditions, weight loss, and cholesterol.

Active Compounds

EGCGthearubiginsgallic acidstatins traceflavonoids

Traditional Uses

Digestive conditions and weight management in Yunnan tradition
Cholesterol and cardiovascular in Chinese folk medicine
Hangover treatment in China
Post-meal digestive aid

Modern Uses

Cholesterol lowering
Weight management
Digestive
Antimicrobial

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, extract, capsule
Adult Dose: 2-4 cups daily; 500mg standardized extract daily
Child Dose: Safe from age 10
Preparation Notes: Rinse tea once with hot water; steep 3-4 minutes; aged pu-erh more mellow.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Iron absorption inhibition
Pregnancy in large amounts
Caffeine sensitive

Possible Side Effects

Caffeine effects
Iron deficiency with chronic high intake

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