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Information about Mint It’s an herb!! Mint is grown in the U.S. and probably other places What does it look like?(Hint: it’s the backround) Fresh, crisp clean and smooth invigorating!wink wink

Etymology From Greek-Menthe, personified as a nymph transformed into an herb by Prosperine

Culinary Use Used in dry and fresh state in Europe and America Most common use is for sauces, jelly, and used for flavoring and adding color to dishes

Cultivation of Mint Most mint species are native to Europe and Asia Peppermint and Spearmint were brought over by colonists Mint is a fast growing and easy to grow herb

Health Effects and Medicinal Purposes Helps reduce symptoms related to: Nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset, stomach, and menstrual cramps! Oils can also be used for Arthritis and joint pain Helps relieve eczema effects, and kidney and liver diseases Does not affect one’s health Benefits include pregnancy prevention, wound healing properties and dogbites

Bibliography healthmad.com/alternative/15-wonderful-medicinal-uses-for-mint/ www.gardensablaze.com/HerbMintMed.htm www.howtodothings.com/.../a2132-how-to-grow-mint-plants.html www.etymonline.com/index.php?term=mint www.theepicentre.com/Spices/mint.html