Carol DM
I remember my Grandmother always carried peppermint in her purse. She would get what she called coughing spells. I did the same, but used them mainly for breath mints.
As I got older I found the spearmint flavored was better than the peppermint. Something a little different. I also learned some health benefits from these mints.
The natural antibacterial nature of organic compounds in spearmint help protect your mouth and throat from infections, including those that can damage dental and gum health.
Menthol, one of the most powerful ingredients in spearmint, has a soothing and sedative effect on the body. It has been known to help you get into a calm and relaxed state.
If you suffer from chronic stress or anxiety, a cup of spearmint tea can help ease your mind and eliminate the negative effects of chronic stress hormones on your body’s systems.
And now you know the rest of the spearmint story.
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Did you know these facts about spearmint?
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There are many other health benefits as well, care to share more in comments?
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We don’t have this here, may I know where is your country?
I quit coffee 5-6 months ago. Now in the morning they drink mint tea with lemon.
Great idea for green! I do not like it. Well, maybe I do.. I like junior mints and mint chip ice cream.
I like those too. These have helped me in many ways health wise. Good to have them around.
I always liked spearmint more! Thanks, now I have a good reason for that! I learned something new today!
I do now and always have some around. You are welcome.
I love fresh spear mint tea. Helps digestion too.
Yes I have wild mint growing for the hot tea.
I do not eat hard candies anymore. I get tempted to bite them and my teeth cannot handle that?
I never bite these, they help with digestion as they melt. I always have these around.
Those spearmint candies reminded me of my childhood.
I only started with these as an adult. Good to have.
I know some of these facts, but some are new. Thanks for sharing.
You are welcome, I love the taste of spearmint.
I always like mint or spearmint, makes me want to get more mint plants in the garden…For some reason the mint in my garden died but I know in time it will grow back again.
Mint is always a nice tea. Just put it into a cup and drink it on its own or with lemon juice or honey. Sometimes on its own.
When I boil vegetables I like to put a sprig of mint with it.
I have the wild mint growing in the screen room for my hot tea, and for the cats. But I keep these inside and in my purse.
… and I love my hot tea with fresh honey and a little milk. Cannot wait for cooler weather.
I really like to drink mint tea … but I didn’t know it was so healing … so much better … good picture of sweets
Yes it is very good for you. Enjoy!
I’ll … thank you, dear Carol … it’s even nicer for two
I never knew about the health benefits. I love spearmint leaves (the candy); but I don’t know if there’s any natural flavor in them. Great photo too!
Yes and there are many more not listed. They help with digestion as well. Thanks!
Thank you for sharing Carol. I always did prefer spearmint to peppermint and I am glad there are health benefits too.
They can sometimes be hard to find. Most stores stock peppermint but not always spearmint.