Mint is edible, but in moderation. Mint is a plant that can be used as both food and herbal medicine, and can be eaten, but in moderation. As food, mint contains a special aromatic flavor and can be consumed as a food additive. Mint is rich in vitamin A, a variety of minerals, dietary fiber and so on. Each 100 grams (fresh) mint contains 24 calories, of which 6.6 grams of carbohydrates, 4.4 grams of protein, 5.0 grams of dietary fiber, vitamin A213 micrograms of vitamin A, 677 milligrams of vitamin potassium, 341 milligrams of calcium, 133 milligrams of each, and 4.2 milligrams of iron. Mentha piperita as a traditional Chinese medicine, spicy flavor, cold in nature. It enters the heat meridian and half meridian. It has the effect of dispersing wind and heat, detoxifying and penetrating rashes, clearing the head and eyes, and clearing the nose and orifices, and also has the effect of refreshing the spirit and waking up the brain. Table deficiency sweating is prohibited. Mint can be eaten, but pay attention to the right amount, if used to treat diseases, need to go to the hospital, under the guidance of the doctor to use correctly.