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2. Peppermint extract - Wikipedia

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   Peppermint extract can be substituted in recipes with peppermint oil (a stronger ingredient primarily used in candy-making), crème de menthe, or peppermint schnapps. If the food is not heated, the alcoholic properties of liqueurs may remain present in the finished product. [5] Peppermint extract may also be added to hot water to create ...

3. We Ask a Dermatologist: Does Peppermint Oil Help with Hair ...

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   "This study showed that peppermint oil possibly increased the growth phase (anagen) of the hair cycle by raising blood supply at the roots and providing antioxidant activity," says Dr. Kobets.

4. Mint (candy) - Wikipedia

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   However, since the lower esophageal sphincter may be relaxed, peppermint may aggravate "heartburn" or GERD. Peppermint also seems to be effective in relieving intestinal gas and indigestion. [2] According to the German Commission E Monograph, real peppermint oil or extract has been used for cramp-like complaints in the gastrointestinal tract.

5. What to Know About Using Peppermint Oil for Hair Growth ... - AOL

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   Besides making decadent seasonal lattes, this holiday favorite contains oil can support scalp health and may mitigate hair loss. What to Know About Using Peppermint Oil for Hair Growth, According ...

6. Brix - Wikipedia

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   Degrees Brix (symbol °Bx) is a measure of the dissolved solids in a liquid, based on its specific gravity, and is commonly used to measure dissolved sugar content of a solution. [1] One degree Brix is 1 gram of sucrose in 100 grams of solution and represents the strength of the solution as percentage by mass. If the solution contains dissolved ...

7. Sugarwise - Wikipedia

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   Sugarwise is the international certification authority for sugar claims on food and drink. It assesses foods and beverages on the basis of their sugar claims. [1]The authority certifies and allows use of its logo on products with no more than 5g of free sugars in 100g in a food or 2.5g of free sugars in 100ml in a beverage, that can also carry a sugar claim. [1]

8. Peppermint - Wikipedia

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   [59] [60] Diluted peppermint essential oil is safe for oral intake when only a few drops are used. [53] [59] Although peppermint is commonly available as a herbal supplement, no established, consistent manufacturing standards exist for it, and some peppermint products may be contaminated with toxic metals or other substituted compounds. [58]

9. Glycemic load - Wikipedia

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   A diet program that manages the glycemic load aims to avoid sustained blood-sugar spikes and can help avoid onset of type 2 diabetes. [6] For diabetics, glycemic load is a highly recommended tool for managing blood sugar. [citation needed] The data on GI and GL listed in this article is from the University of Sydney (Human Nutrition Unit) GI ...