The aromatic plants of Crete are cultivated, collected, processed and packaged in a unique way by the Cretan life in order to keep well kept all the tradition and the aromatic variety of the Cretan land. Thus, the Greek gastronomy maintaining the traditional character and the quality of, can travel to all lengths and breadths of the world carrying all the taste of Crete!
The mint of Crete is famous for its quality, its aroma and the exceptional characteristics that benefit the human body.
THERAPEUTIC THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES OF THE ORGANISM
The beneficial mint helps in migraines, toothache, and in relieving our stomach. In addition to its wonderful aroma and amazing taste, mint is used in both traditional and modern medicine. Its iron content in one serving of mint is more than 100% of the daily recommended amount. Thus, it is ideal for those who suffer from iron deficiency and are carriers of the stigma of Mediterranean anemia. Finally, high potassium levels help those with high blood pressure.
HISTORY FROM "GOLD" BEHIND THE PRODUCT
The mint, the "brother" of mint! Some even think that because it is classified as a type of mint, it is its "son"!
From ancient Greece it was used for two main reasons. On the one hand, they made myrrh from mint and spread it on their table to make musk. On the other hand, they spread it because they wanted to ensure their good appetite and digestion!
Also, Dioscorides, Hippocrates and Pliny speak in a very honorable way about mint. They believed that it was a motivator for the mind and spirit. Thus, they made their own perfume or medicine for the Ancient Greeks.
According to legend, Persephone was very angry when she saw with her own eyes her husband, Hades, betraying her once more. In his arms was none other than the nymph Minthi whom he transformed into a mint, there on the banks of Acheron!