'''Mint'''<ref name="Mint"/> , also known as '''''mentha''''', is actually a genus or group of around 15-20 plant species, including '''peppermint''' and '''spearmint'''. Mint oil is often used in '''toothpaste, gum, candy''' and ''beauty products'' while the '''leaves''' are used either fresh or dried for teas and food. == Traditional medicine and cosmetics == Mint was originally used as a medicinal herb to treat stomach ache and chest pains. There are several uses in traditional medicine and preliminary research for possible use in treating irritable bowel syndrome. Menthol from mint essential oil (40–90%) is an ingredient of many cosmetics and some perfumes. Menthol and mint essential oil are also used in aromatherapy which may have clinical use to alleviate post-surgery nausea == References == <references> <ref name="Mint">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mentha "wikipedia"]</ref></references>
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