Tea bags may expose you to microplastics, chemical residues, and false "eco-friendly" claims. Learn the risks, how to spot unsafe brands, and why loose-leaf tea is the safest choice.

Discover how much caffeine white tea really contains, with USDA data showing 6-75mg per cup. Learn how Silver Needle differs from Shou Mei in caffeine levels (up to 92% variance), optimal brewing methods to reduce caffeine by 85%, and science-proven health perks like EGCG antioxidants. Perfect for low-caffeine seekers.

Does tea consumption lead to kidney stones? Well, as a tea chemistry researcher, I can safely say no. Both green and black teas contain extremely small amounts of oxalates. In fact, tea consumption may actually help avoid kidney stones because it helps in hydrating the body, and hydration is good for preventing light kidney stone problems.

Does tea count as water intake? You can say it does. A cup of tea contains 99% water; the other 1% comprises healthy trace elements like tea polyphenols, L-theanine, and minerals. In China, people drink tea morning, noon, and night, which serves as the best evidence of this.

There is no doubt that Unsweet Tea is highly beneficial to your health. The Chinese have been drinking natural tea for thousands of years, which serves as the best evidence of its advantages. In contrast, the sugar added to Sweet Teacontributes to calories and energy intake, which is detrimental to cardiovascular health. Click on...

For bloating caused by physiological reasons, green tea may not be the best choice. At NPTEA, we strongly recommend drinking Pu-erh ripe tea from China. Pu-erh ripe tea is gentle and less stimulating, effectively promoting intestinal motility and aiding digestion.