MINT LEAVES

Mint is rich in essential oils, flavonoids, phenolic acids, triterpenes, tannins and azulenes: as can easily be imagined, it has numerous useful properties for the well-being of the body, starting with the positive effects on the digestive system, also having antiseptic and antispasmodics. In this regard, infusions of mint leaves are indicated to combat nausea and motion sickness, as well as dyspeptic disorders, flatulence and abdominal cramps.
It is excellent for the respiratory system, thanks to its decongestant, balsamic, fluidifying activities: there are many products made with this plant to soothe colds and irritations of the bronchial cavity, and the decoction of mint leaves can be very useful in this sense.

Conad mint leaves are excellent to use in various ways in the kitchen: they lend themselves very well to cooking vegetables, such as aubergines, or legumes.
Use it to flavor rice salads and cold pasta, or use it in cooking fish, both stewed and baked, it will give a very special aroma.
Mint is important in the preparation of white and red meats, both in marinating and cooking: the leaves will be able to release a characteristic but not intrusive scent in the final product. The plant is used in the preparation of fillings, to stuff fish, meat and vegetables.

With Conad mint leaves you can get herbal teas, refreshing drinks paired with lemon, water and sugar-based syrups and decorations for creams and ice creams. They lend themselves very well to the creation of classic alcoholic cocktails such as mojitos or mint juleps!