Beverages & Teas
Pu-erh tea
普洱茶Nutritional Value
4 / 5
Organ Affinities
Tonifies
Therapeutic Properties
Quick Facts
AHM Properties
Pu-erh tea stands apart from other teas by being warming rather than cooling — a result of its post-fermentation process. It warms the Spleen and Stomach, helps break down heavy or greasy food stagnation, supports healthy blood lipids, and is useful in managing damp-phlegm-related weight issues. It is a natural fit after rich meals. In Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine practice, aged pu-erh with its characteristic deep, earthy flavor is prized for both its digestive and cardiovascular benefits.
Pu-erh tea's unique post-fermentation process generates theabrownins and gallic acid with documented anti-inflammatory and lipid-regulating properties, consistent with its AHM role in resolving Phlegm, moving Blood, and supporting digestive function.
Contraindications
Avoid before sleep, on empty stomach, or if prone to anxiety from caffeine. Strong aged varieties are most medicinally active.
Clinically authored and reviewed by Dr. Katrina Chojnicki-Hill, DAOM, AP, Dipl. OM. Cross-referenced against American Dragon Herbs and classical AHM sources. For educational purposes only — consult a qualified AHM practitioner for personalised advice.