Spearmint (Leaves | Crushed |TBC)

:: What Is Spearmint? Spearmint, also known as garden mint, common mint, lamb mint and mackerel mint, is a species of mint, It is naturalized in many other temperate parts of the world, including northern and southern Africa, North America, and South America. It is used as a flavoring in food and herbal teas. The aromatic oil, called oil of spearmint, is also used as a flavoring and sometimes as a scent.

:: Health Benefits Sore throat. Arthritis. Cramps. Toothache. Bad breath. Common cold. Diarrhea. Muscle pain. Headache. Fatigue. Stress.

:: Nutrition Spearmint, fresh, Nutritional value per 100 g. (Source: USDA National Nutrient data base). Principle Nutrient Value Percent of RDA Energy 44 Kcal 2% Carbohydrates 8.41 g 6.5% Protein 3.29 g 6% Total Fat 0.73 g 3% Cholesterol 0 mg 0% Dietary Fiber 6.8 g 18% Vitamins Folates 105 µg 26% Niacin 0.948 mg 6% Pyridoxine 0.158 mg 12% Riboflavin 0.175 mg 13.5% Thiamin 0.078 mg 6.5% Vitamin A 4054 IU 135% Vitamin C 13.3 mg 22% Electrolytes Sodium 30 mg 2% Potassium 458 mg 64% Minerals Calcium 199 mg 20% Copper 0.240 mg 75% Iron 11.87 mg 148% Magnesium 63 mg 16% Manganese 1.118 mg 48.5% Zinc 1.09 mg 10%