It contains a slightly different make-up of plant chemicals and excellent antioxidant properties including vitamin A, beta-carotene and vitamin C, as well as folates and B vitamins, including riboflavin, thiamin and vitamin B6. The UK Tea and Infusions Association states that laboratory tests suggest that spearmint may also have antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties.
When making our mint teas at Dragonfly, we dry the leaves in order to retain the characteristics and benefits of the mint to help create a superior infusion. Pure Peppermint is our popular mint tea and is made using nothing but carefully sourced organic peppermint leaves. Inspired by the Moroccan tradition, we have created our own much-loved Moroccan Mint Green Tea , blending aromatic spearmint leaves with smoky gunpowder green tea - so called as the leaves are rolled tightly into small balls that resemble gunpowder.
Usually drunk in Morocco with sugar or honey, we recommend trying ours just as it is, using water that has cooled a little so as not to scald the leaves, for a truly delicious balanced cup.
Try one of our delicious mint teas by shopping our range on the webshop. You've qualified for free shipping! In tribute to Morocco, check out Twinings Moroccan Mint Tea range and our Moroccan inspired mint tea recipe and green mint tea.
As you might expect from this deliciously diverse herb, given that it is used to flavour a variety of foods, mint tea is often used in food pairing.
Fresh mint is absolutely delicious when used as flavouring in lamb dishes for instance. It provides a wonderfully refreshing balance to spicy foods, enhances a couscous, and of course, intensifies the experience of dark chocolate.
Mint tea also goes well as the accompanying drink for all of the above! For more ideas, info and instruction on our peppermint teas and how they can refresh your summer, have a look as one of our tea experts explains the marvels of mint tea.
Along with a cold slice of cucumber, mint tea makes a refreshing iced drink all summer long, from punches to purees and cocktails to mocktails! Have a look at some of our refreshing recipes here! Not just a drink, but a flavour to infuse your food… mint is such a versatile herb.
For summer dinner party inspiration, or a refreshing and original take on afternoon tea, have a look at some of Twinings mint inspired recipes!
Sarsaparilla soft drink. Sarsaparilla is a carbonated soft drink originally made from the native Central American plant smilax ornata. In Spanish the plant is known Apple Juice. In the mid second century Galen explain, implyin History of evaporated milk. Evaporated condensed milk, like sweetened condensed milk was first developed in the early 19th century and has been available as a canned Furthermore, capsules containing peppermint oil reduced incidence and severity of nausea and vomiting in a study in people undergoing chemotherapy for cancer 7.
As peppermint acts as a muscle relaxant and pain reliever, it may diminish certain types of headaches 2. The menthol in peppermint oil increases blood flow and provides a cooling sensation, possibly easing pain 8.
In one randomized clinical study in 35 people with migraines, peppermint oil applied to the forehead and temples significantly reduced pain after two hours, compared to a placebo oil 9. In another study in 41 people, peppermint oil applied to the forehead was found to be as effective for headaches as 1, mg of acetaminophen While the aroma of peppermint tea may help relax muscles and improve headache pain, there is no supporting scientific evidence to confirm this effect.
However, applying peppermint oil to your temples may help. In addition to its pleasant smell, peppermint has antibacterial properties that help kill germs that cause dental plaque — which may improve your breath 11 , In one study, people who had undergone spine surgery and had received a rinse made with peppermint, tea tree and lemon oils experienced improvement in bad breath symptoms, compared to those who did not receive the oils In another study, schoolgirls given a peppermint mouth rinse experienced an improvement in breath after one week, compared to the control group While there is no evidence from scientific studies that drinking peppermint tea has the same effect, the compounds in peppermint have been shown to improve breath.
Peppermint has antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Because of this, peppermint tea may fight clogged sinuses due to infections, the common cold and allergies Additionally, research demonstrates that menthol — one of the active compounds in peppermint — improves the perception of airflow in your nasal cavity. Therefore, steam from peppermint tea may help you feel as though your breathing is easier Furthermore, warm liquids, such as chicken broth and tea, have been shown to temporarily improve symptoms of sinus congestion, likely due to their vapors Though peppermint tea has not been studied for its effects on nasal congestion, evidence suggests that it may be helpful.
While there are no studies on peppermint tea specifically, research demonstrates that natural compounds in peppermint may have beneficial effects on energy. In one study, 24 healthy young people experienced less fatigue during a cognitive test when given peppermint oil capsules In another study, peppermint oil aromatherapy was found to reduce the incidence of daytime sleepiness Because peppermint acts as a muscle relaxant, it may relieve menstrual cramps 2 , 3.
While peppermint tea has not been studied to that effect, compounds in peppermint have been shown to improve symptoms. In one study in women with painful periods, peppermint extract capsules were found to be as effective as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug in reducing the intensity and duration of pain While there are no studies on the antibacterial effects of peppermint tea, peppermint oil has been shown to effectively kill bacteria 2 , In one study, peppermint oil was found to kill and prevent the growth of common food-borne bacteria including E.
Peppermint oil also kills several types of bacteria that lead to illnesses in humans, including Staphylococcus and pneumonia-linked bacteria Additionally, studies indicate that peppermint reduces several types of bacteria commonly found in your mouth 11 , Furthermore, menthol has also demonstrated antibacterial activity That said, there is not much scientific evidence that peppermint enhances sleep.
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