The magical Pu-erh tea: Essence and benefits
Pu-erh tea will make you fall in love with it in seconds. Once you try it, this magical tea will become your favorite drink at any time of the year. 
Essence of Pu-erh tea
Pu-erh tea is produced and grown exclusively in the Chinese province of Yunnan, and its history dates back over 2000 years. It is a fermented tea that is aged for decades, most often developing even greater depth, texture and density. It is made from the large-leaved variety of ancient trees with mature leaves Camellia sinensis, and its taste can be very diverse - fruity, grassy, herbal, earthy, musky, etc.
There are two types of Pu-erh tea: raw and ripe.
Raw (Shen) represents the most ancient form of processing - the tea leaves are dried in the sun, then pressed and prepared for their slow fermentation and aging, a process that continues for years.
The mature (Shu) ferments for approximately 40-50 days in a controlled environment with the appropriate humidity and temperature.
Semi-fermented Pu-erh tea is a mix of raw and cooked leaves that have been pressed and steamed. In this form, the tea is a beautiful combination of light and dark leaves.
Benefits of Pu-erh tea for our health
In previous articles, we have told you a lot about how each tea carries a number of beneficial properties that have a positive effect on our health and mood.
Pu-erh tea tones, refreshes and improves concentration, especially in situations that require mental work. It has held a special place in traditional Chinese medicine since ancient times. It is also important to know that it contains a large amount of caffeine. Here are some other benefits of Pu-erh tea:
- Against cancer
Pu-erh is a powerful antioxidant that fights various types of cancer. Antioxidants eliminate free radicals that cause the insidious disease and prevent cells from renewing themselves. Pu-erh prevents their accumulation and stimulates cell regeneration.
- Improving blood circulation
Pu-erh tea promotes blood circulation to all organs in the body. In this way, blood vessels carry vital oxygen and minerals to our body.
- Balance in the digestive system and prevention of obesity
If you take this Chinese miracle before meals, you are guaranteed to get easier and faster digestion. In this vein, tea significantly relieves constipation. And not only that - the fact that Pu-Er tea is such a powerful antioxidant makes it fight toxins that cause obesity and damage the body. Tea contributes to weight loss, which is also a consequence of accelerated digestion. 
- In case of malignant cholesterol
The beloved Pu-erh tea is renowned as one of the most effective herbal teas for balancing cholesterol. If you consume it regularly, blood clotting will be prevented, arteries will be relaxed, and blood circulation will be enhanced. After each meal in the evening, it is recommended to drink 1 cup of Pu-erh tea to protect the heart and blood vessels.
- Fighting diabetes
Regular consumption of Pu-erh tea will help regulate insulin and lipid levels. Blood sugar is under control and type 1 and type 2 diabetes can be prevented.
- Stress-free
It is quite interesting that Pu-erh tea contains caffeine, but at the same time promotes deep sleep. This is due to its content of amino-butyric acid, which, in turn, promotes the production of melatonin in the brain. All this reduces stress and tension, and sleep is so blissful...
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