"Menthol content" refers to the amount or level of menthol present in a substance. Menthol is a natural compound and is often used in products like cough drops or certain types of cigarettes to give a cooling sensation. Therefore, when we talk about
menthol content, we are referring to how much menthol is present in a particular item.
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Peppermint has a
high menthol content, and is often used as a flavouring in tea, ice cream, confectionery, chewing gum, and toothpaste.
Because of its
higher menthol content, Peppermint has a cooling effect which can help when you are feeling under the weather and is also great for discomfort.
Short of an outright ban on menthol cigarettes, the FDA may decide to regulate their marketing and even
the menthol content.
Although more commonly used for digestion and to aid in clear breathing, peppermint oil with
its menthol content also makes an invigorating salt scrub.
It's also cooling and refreshing thanks to
its menthol content.
Peppermint Western U.S. has a higher
menthol content (desirable, as this is the main therapeutic constituent) and a lower pulegone content (also desirable, as this is a less pleasant constituent).
Peppermint has a high
menthol content and has long been used for its anesthetic and anti-inflammatory properties.