Mint
Mint, also known as Mentha, is actually a genus or group of around 15-20 plant species, including peppermint and spearmint. Both fresh and dried mint are used in preparing a large number of recipes, including curries, soups, chutneys, salads, juices, and
ice creams. It also is an herb that has been used for hundreds of years for its remarkable medicinal properties.
Mint oil is often used in toothpaste, gum, candy and beauty products while the leaves are used either fresh or dried for teas and food. Mint leaves are used fresh or dried to make teas, jams and desserts. Essential oil can be extracted from the leaves and is used as a flavoring.
Mint has one of the highest antioxidant capacities of any food. Peppermint is considered more medicinal because of the menthol content and it is used in muscle rubs, foot powder, toothpaste and other hygiene products. Mint leaves are also useful in skin diseases, wounds, cuts, halitosis, and ailments of digestive system.
Mint oil is often used in toothpaste, gum, candy and beauty products while the leaves are used either fresh or dried for teas and food. Mint leaves are used fresh or dried to make teas, jams and desserts. Essential oil can be extracted from the leaves and is used as a flavoring.
Mint has one of the highest antioxidant capacities of any food. Peppermint is considered more medicinal because of the menthol content and it is used in muscle rubs, foot powder, toothpaste and other hygiene products. Mint leaves are also useful in skin diseases, wounds, cuts, halitosis, and ailments of digestive system.
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WELL-KNOWN FOR
An aromatic perennial plant
Lance-shaped leaves
Highest menthol content: 50%
Flavor: Stronger and more pronounced
(A cooling sensation on the palate)
Lance-shaped leaves
Highest menthol content: 50%
Flavor: Stronger and more pronounced
(A cooling sensation on the palate)
SIZE
4 cm
APPEARANCE
Rich green colored leaves with a finely serrated margin and prominently wrinkled surface
