Mint

Mint is a powerful antioxidant that contains many vitamins and minerals. This fresh herb is rich in vitamins A, C, and B12, thiamine, folic acid, and riboflavin, as well as the minerals manganese, copper, potassium, iron, calcium, zinc, phosphorus, fluoride, and selenium.
Mint has been used for centuries to aid digestion and relieve indigestion. The chemical compound menthol, derived from peppermint oil, is well known for its therapeutic effect on the chest and respiratory system. It has also shown potential to inhibit the formation of cancerous cells and the growth of bacteria and fungus.
Peppermint oil is rich in monoterpene perillyl alcohol, which has shown potential against pancreatic, mammary, and liver tumors in animals.
Nutritional Facts :
Two tablespoons of fresh spearmint provides 4.9 calories, 0.9 g carbohydrate, 0.4 g protein, 0.1 g fat, 0.8 g dietary fiber, 456 IU vitamin A, 11.8 mcg folic acid, 7.1 mg magnesium, 6.8 mg phosphorus, 51.5 mg potassium, and 3.4 mg sodium.