____Candy canes are a popular Christmas candy, but did you know that peppermint is good for you in SO many ways? Not only is it beneficial to your health, but it can keep you skinny too. Finally something that won't make you gain weight this holiday season!
In fact, you'll want to stock up on peppermint teas, oils, and candy once you hear how great it is for you. What better way to enjoy the winter time than with some minty goodness?
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During the holidays when you're munching on a candy cane you don't think twice about how it is affecting your body. You're actually doing more good than you think! We've researched some of the excellent ways peppermint can help improve your health and how it can help you lose weight.
Check them out below!
Suppresses appetite: Studies have found that taking a whiff of peppermint lowers hunger levels which helps slash your calorie intake.
Helps digestion: After a big meal, drinking a cup of peppermint tea can help ease indigestion, gas, and allows food to be digested better and faster.
Reduce flu and cold-like symptoms: It's been proven that the menthol in peppermint helps break down phelgm and mucus. It also relieves coughs and other respiratory problems.
Gives you fresh breath: Chew on peppermint gum and watch offensive breath disappears. It also kills any cravings you may have–hence it helps keep your weight at bay.
Boosts metabolism: An added bonus is that if you combine peppermint tea with green tea you will not only help ease digestion, but you will also boost your metabolism. While the peppermint suppresses your appetite, the green tea helps your body burn more calories.
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