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3 Drops Of Peppermint Essential Oil, As Desired

Peppermint essential oil is a highly concentrated extract from peppermint leaves used mainly for flavoring or aroma rather than as a whole food ingredient. It is not considered produce and fits best under herbs-derived ingredients.

Beneficial properties

highly aromatic concentrated flavoring mint-derived used in very small amounts

Nutritional highlights

Peppermint essential oil is not a meaningful source of macronutrients, vitamins, or minerals in typical drop-sized culinary amounts.

Caution. Peppermint essential oil is highly concentrated and should only be ingested if labeled food-grade; it may irritate the mouth or digestive tract and can worsen reflux in some people.