Dried organic green mint

Dried organic mint

Spearmint is a perennial aromatic plant of the mint family (Lamiaceae), native to Europe and Asia. It has a mild, slightly sweet aroma, reminiscent of the fresh scent of green leaves. Unlike peppermint, spearmint does not contain menthol (or contains very little), making it milder and less pungent.

Green mint is rich in the following trace elements:
Calcium 1490 mg
Iron 87,5 mg
Magnesium 602 mg
Phosphorus 276 mg
Potassium 1920 mg
Sodium 344 mg
Zinc 2,41 mg
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 0 mg
Thiamine (vitamin B1) 0,288 mg
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 1,42 mg
Niacin (vitamin B3) 6,56 mg
Vitamin B6 2,58 mg
Vitamin B12 0 mg
Folate 530 µg
Vitamin A 10600 IU (IU)
Vitamin A (RAE) 529 µg

Green mint has traditionally been used:
for relieving indigestion, in tea, cooking (especially in Mediterranean cuisine), as a natural flavouring in chewing gum, toothpastes and mouthwashes.

Tea (brew of dried or fresh leaves) –
Amounts: 1-2 teaspoons of dried herbs or ~5-10 fresh mint leaves.
Preparation: pour on 250 ml hot (not boiling) water, allow to infuse for 5-10 minutes, strain.
Directions for use: 2-3 times a day after meals to improve digestion or reduce nausea.

NB! The information provided here should not be interpreted as a recommendation for medical treatment or other types of health problems. We recommend that you make personal health decisions after evaluating different sources of information.