Dark tea, as one of the six major tea categories, has a long history and profound cultural significance. In ancient border regions, there was a saying: 'Better go without food for three days than without tea for one.' Despite consuming large amounts of meat and dairy, people in these regions maintained good digestive and overall health, thanks to the three treasures found in dark tea.

First Treasure: Golden Flower (Eurotium cristatum)

Golden Flower, scientifically known as Eurotium cristatum, was earlier referred to as Shewanella. Under a microscope, it appears as golden spherical particles visible to the naked eye. When dry, it emits a faint fungal aroma, and when brewed, it produces a mellow and sweet tea soup. Golden Flower has fat-dissolving and antioxidant properties, eliminating harmful free radicals in the human body. It is known as 'gold in tea,' and dark tea also has fat-reducing effects.

Second Treasure: Trace Elements

Tea contains numerous substances, such as esters, aromatic compounds, various vitamins, proteins, amino acids, and more. It also includes essential trace elements like calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, selenium, copper, germanium, and magnesium. These components are beneficial to human health, with selenium content having anti-cancer effects. Therefore, moderate tea consumption is good for health.

Third Treasure: Tea Polysaccharides

Tea polysaccharides are acidic glycoproteins combined with a large number of mineral elements, forming tea polysaccharide complexes. Dark tea contains the highest amount of tea polysaccharides compared to other tea categories. Combined with Golden Flower (Eurotium cristatum), it helps lower blood sugar and lipids, improving diabetes symptoms. Thus, tea polysaccharides are a rare treasure in dark tea.

The 'Three Treasures' of dark tea greatly benefit human health. Drink more tea and drink good tea! Today marks the Minor Heat solar term—let's enjoy a healthy and slim summer together.