Step aside pumpkin because it’s time for some peppermint action! As the season changes to winter, peppermint flavored foods seem to pop up everywhere. Not only is the flavor delicious but it also has some seriously amazing health benefits.
For one, it helps with digestion. If you’re feeling stuffed from all the holiday treats, sip on some peppermint tea to alleviate the bloat.
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We all know how easy it is to get sick in college. If you eat a peppermint candy when you have a cold, it can help clear your sinuses and make you feel better.
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The amount of vitamins present in peppermint is incredible. Vitamins that help your eye sight to help prevent cancer are just to name a couple.
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Next time you feel a cold coming on, instead of loading up on NyQuil, stock up on your favorite peppermint products!
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