08/08/2024
Commonly found in chewing gum and toopaste, spearmint and peppermint, each with their own uses and benefits can be enjoyed in aromatic teas, delicious desserts and refreshing drinks.
Does mint have health benefits?
YES! There are a wide range of health benefits of mint, from improved brain function to digestive health.
Mint contains different nutrients such as:
Fibre - improves a healthy bowel.
Vitamin A - improves eye health and prevents cardiovascular immune system and tissue repair.
Vitamin C - supports immune system and tissue repair.
Calcium - maintain strong bones.
Iron - supports healthy blood.
Folate - necessary for producing red and white blood cells
Manganese - beneficial for brain and nerve function.
Mint is also a fantastic source of antioxidants, which helps protect your body from oxidative stress caused by free radicals. Oxidative stress can lead to fatigue, memory loss, joint pain, headaches and more unpleasant symptoms.
Mint can help reduce the symptoms associated with dust allergies and asthma due to its anti- inflammatory properties. It contains an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent called rosmarinic acid that has anti-allergenic effects. So, next time you're feeling the wrath of pollen, reach for some peppermint!
KEEP YOUR MOUTH HEALTHY
Mint is proven to mask bad breath, making it a great ingredient to flavour toothpaste, mouthwash and gum. And, while these products only mask the smell, chewing real mint leaves or drinking mint tea will actually kill the bad- smelling bacteria at the source and neutralise the smell. In fact, mint has strong antibacterial properties, peppermint in particular, and can be great for relieving mouth ulcers, too.
You can now order potted mints and seedlings for your herbs garden.
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