Peppermint, fresh

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 3.2g

Servings Per Container 2.0 tbsp

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2 Calories from Fat 0.27

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0.03g 0%

Saturated Fat 0.01g 0%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 1mg 0%

Total Carbohydrate 0.48g 0%

Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1%

Sugars 0g

Protein 0.12g 0%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Fun Facts

The top 5 peppermint-producing states are Oregon, Washington and Idaho with more than 1 million pounds each, followed by Indiana, California and Wisconsin.(2010)
The four varieties of peppermint are Black Mitcham, the original selection from the wild, and three variations: Todd’s Mitcham, Murray Mitcham and Robert’s Mitcham.
Peppermint is one of the oldest and best tasting home remedies for indigestion.
In 2010, the United States harvested 71,300 acres of pepperrmint.
Mint is grown for the oils it produces in specialized glands on the leaves and stems. This oil is recovered by distilling the harvested plants using steam.
The Romans believed eating mint would increase intelligence. The scent of mint was also supposed to stop a person from losing his temper, and royal ambassadors carried mint sprigs in their pockets.

Calories: 10, 5