Mint

Uses

Mint is basically used for garnishing or adding flavor. The mint leaves can be used fresh or dried, whole or chopped for flavoring soups, fish, meat, sauces, stews, vinegar. Mint can be added to drinks and fruit dishes as a garnish. It also makes a refreshing tea. There is a very good reason that mint is the flavoring of choice for toothpaste. It is an excellent breath freshener. When using mint tea as a breath freshener, increase the effectiveness by adding a pinch of anise, caraway or cinnamon. Mint can also be used for medical purposes. Mint is used against stomach disorders, rheumatism, headaches, cough, in tooth paste, inhalations etc. The mint oil and dried plants are antiseptic, refrigerant and stimulant.