Why does mint make your mouth feel colder when you drink cold water?!


Question: Anyone know why mint seems to intensify something thats already cold like iced water?


Answers: Anyone know why mint seems to intensify something thats already cold like iced water?

the answer can be found here:
http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/c...

Not a clue. But isn't it a nice sensation lol?

it gives cooling burst to your mouth

The oil evaporates at a faster rate which creates a cooling effect. Same way as putting rubbing alcohol on your skin.





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