4. Peppermint
You should know that peppermint should be distinguished from spearmint – though they are part of the same family of plants along with catnip, they are not exactly the same thing and they do taste slightly different, so never buy the wrong one if you are planning to make a recipe that has to contain one or the other.
Peppermint is well known for being able to reduce occurrences of inflammation in the body, and at the same time it can add a great flavor to many dishes including a lamb roast; many people also like to add some fresh peppermint to their smoothies for a little bit of a fresh tang to it. You should know that peppermint has also shown many benefits in being able to relax the muscles, which is why it’s a common ingredient in over the counter medications that are meant to be topically applied to the skin.