10 Ways to Use Peppermint May 4, 2017 by Sally The peppermint plant has been used for centuries for both medicinal and culinary purposes. Peppermint contains menthol, which is a natural cooling agent. Menthol is known for its ability to… Share this:Share Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Tweet Continue Reading