May Freshen Your Breath

Peppermint is a popular flavor for toothpaste, mouthwashes, and chewing gum for a reason. In addition to its pleasant odor, peppermint contains antibacterial capabilities that aid in the killing of microorganisms that create dental plaque – which may help freshen your breath. In one research, persons who had spine surgery and had a rinse including peppermint, tea tree, and lemon oils reported better breath symptoms than those who did not get the oils.

In another research, schoolgirls given a peppermint mouth rinse had better breath after one week than the control group. While there is no scientific proof that drinking peppermint tea has the same impact, peppermint components have been demonstrated to enhance breath.