You love mint, but you know something's up with peppermint and spearmint. Here's where the two mints go their separate ways ...

We can freshen our breath with sticks of Juicy Fruit gum or mint-flavored squares ... so large producers opt out of using it; some natural chewing gum producers still use a tree sap base.

all sugarless these days, but fruit, mint, and bubble, depending upon my mood. Gum chewing relaxes me and envelops me within my past. Yes, it's a habit, one that I have had for over 60 years.

Mint leaves create a cool sensation in the mouth. Toothpaste, mouthwash, breath mints, and chewing gum are all commonly flavored with mint. In addition to freshening breath, mint adds flavor to ...