Constituents of Mint Leaves
Mint
Family:
Lamiaceae
Nutritional
Value per 100 gm
Energy:
70 Kcal
Vitamin
C: 31.8 mg
Vitamin
A: 4248 IU
Carbohydrates:
14.79 gm
Protein:
3.75 gm
Fibre:
8.00 gm
Fat: 0.94
gm
Sodium:
31.00 mg
Calcium:
243.00 mg
Potassium:
596 mg
Iron: 5.08
mg
Magnesium:
80.00 mg
Thiamine:
0.08 mg
Riboflavin:
0.27 mg
Niacin:
1.70 mg
Also
contains traces of Fiber, Folates, Pantothenic acid, Pyridoxine and Copper
Health
Benefits
Ideal
for Respiratory infections and cough helps easy breathing.
Good
for stomachache
Good
for headache and Migraine
It has
anti inflammatory properties
Good
for dental care
Good
for skin care
Warning:
Avoid
if allergic to it, or in case of pregnancy and breast-feeding. Be careful of
contact Dermatitis, gastrointestinal issues and severe Diarrhoea.