The refreshing tea can provide a mental pick-me-up, soothe digestion and more.
Mint can be added to recipes, like ourLemon, Mint & White Bean Dip.
Mint tea can be served hot or iced and sweet or unsweet.
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But how good is it for you?
If you enjoy mint tea, keep reading to learn about all the health perks of this uplifting sip.
Nutritional Profile of Mint Tea
Peppermint tea is virtually calorie-free.
(That said, mint tea is not considered a good source of any of these nutrients.)
Mint is also high in antioxidants, says Azzaro.
One unique nutritional property of mint tea is its menthol content.
Because of this, components of peppermint may help relieve digestive distress for those who have irritable bowel syndrome.
Oral Health Benefits
Drinking mint tea can help freshen your breath, says Azzaro.
Mint has antibacterial and antifungal effects, which may help support oral health.
Further research is needed to fully understand the role mint may play in oral health.
Otherwise, mint tea is a refreshing and enjoyable health-promoting beverage.
For instance, it may cause heartburn or an allergic reaction in some individuals.
There is no one food or drink that willdetox your body.
Staying hydrated also promotes bowel regularity, another primary way the body expels toxins.
No single food or drink will burn belly fat.
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