1) Mint was originally used as a medicinal herb to treat stomach ache and chest pains. To cure stomach aches, put dried mint leaves in boiling water, then, when it cools drink it. This tea is called monstranzo.

2) During the Middle Ages, powdered mint leaves were used to whiten teeth. Mint tea is a strong diuretic and also aids digestion.

3) A common use is as an antipruritic, esepecially in insect bite treatments (often along with camphor).

4) Menthol is also used in cigarettes as an additive, because it blocks out the bitter taste of tobacco and soothes the throat.

5) Many people also believe the strong, sharp flavour and scent of mint can be used as a mild decongestant for illnesses such as the common cold.

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