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Are breath mints made from peppermint oil?

Whether a breath mint contains true peppermint oil depends on the brand. Some brands do use pure peppermint oil among other ingredients to freshen breath. Other brands may use mint flavoring instead of pure peppermint extract. Check the ingredients label to be sure.

Do all breath mints contain sugar?

Candy peppermints contain sugar, but not all breath mints contain sugar. Many mints intended to freshen the breath are sweetened, but not with sugar. Many brands use sorbitol or xylitol. Some use artificial sweeteners or other substitutes. Some brands may use natural sweeteners that contain sugar, but typically in low amounts.

Can ginger freshen your breath?

Ginger not only freshens your breath, but it also neutralizes odors. This means ginger doesn’t simply mask the unpleasant odor that may be on your breath, but it eliminates it for good. You can use fresh ginger added to hot water or buy ginger tea, ginger chews, or ginger mints to freshen your breath.