That photogenic cup of bubble tea may come with hidden downsides. Tapioca pearls made from cassava can absorb heavy metals ...

Are you also craving these delicious teas with chewy tapioca pearls? The great news is that we can make healthy bubble tea recipes at home without paying coffee shop prices. Pick your favorite flavors ...

A new study warns that frequent bubble tea (boba tea) consumption may increase the risk of kidney stones, fatty liver disease ...

Bubble tea is facing huge scrutiny. From heavy metals in tapioca pearls to sky-high sugar levels and possible links to kidney stones and mental health concerns, new research suggests this fancy drink ...

Bubble tea may look fun and harmless, but research shows frequent consumption carries risks.

Tea can be one of the healthiest beverages around—if you choose wisely. A recent research review published in Beverage Plant Research revealed that bottled or bubble teas can undermine tea’s natural ...

Well, they’re not really bubbles, but tapioca pearls mixed into the drink. The problem is there’s not enough tapioca starch, due to shipping delays from Asia. Originally from Taiwan, boba tea, aka ...

A business founded in Taiwan now has locations all over the world. It's called Gong Cha, and they’ve made their way to the Alamo City. "I haven't met one person that has tried bubble tea that hasn't ...

Tea is widely considered one of the healthiest drinks in the world—but experts say the way it’s prepared can make a major difference for your long-term health.

Wet markets in China are known to sell wild animals, including bats, lizards and scorpions. But a popular post on Facebook claims feces is also on the menu. The post, published Nov. 29, includes two ...

Boba, bubble tea, tapioca pearls — whatever you call it, we call it delicious. The black bubble drink is super popular globally, first originating in Taiwan and expanding through Asia. The terms boba ...

Without enough workers to unload shipping containers, the pandemic has caused another shortage of products: boba pearls used to make bubble tea. Now there is a national shortage of boba, the dark, ...