Gum & Mints

What Are the Healthiest Mints?

Mints can be a great way to ward off bad breath and keep those sugar cravings at bay. Many people chew breath mints in assorted flavours without thinking of what is in them and how it can be affecting their long-term health.

The problem with most store-bought mints and chewing gum is that they are made entirely with synthetic ingredients and artificial sweeteners, including aspartame and saccharin. Aspartame is around 200x sweeter than sucrose and is commonly used in food and beverages. These ingredients are difficult for the body to break down and may lead to health problems down the road, from gastrointestinal issues to weight gain. 

Luckily, you can get organic mints made with natural ingredients to freshen your breath safely and keep your mouth feeling clean. Healthy mints are free from all synthetic nasties. Xylitol is commonly used to sweeten them and protect against tooth decay, while natural flavourings are used to give them that same fresh, minty taste you know and love.

What is the Best Natural Chewing Gum?

Like mints, most chewing gum is made using sugar alcohols to sweeten them and a gum base that consists of many synthetic ingredients and chemicals. Healthy gum is naturally sweetened using sugar alternatives, such as stevia or xylitol. Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol that’s as sweet as white caster sugar but with 40% less calories. It’s been approved by dentists and known to help reduce plaque build-up and remove bacteria from the mouth as you chew. As a natural sugar, Xylitol does not raise the glucose or insulin levels making  it a good choice for diabetics who love gum.  

Whether you’re in the mood for healthy mints or gum, GoodnessMe stock a wonderful selection of organic gum chewers for when you need a refreshment. Our range of Pur mints and gum are crafted in Switzerland with xylitol, natural flavours, and a gum base made from all-natural ingredients. Find them in mouth-watering flavours today with free delivery over $75!

Are Breath Mints Healthy?

While breath mints can work wonders to keep your mouth feeling fresh and clean, most are made with artificial sweeteners that are doing more harm than good and can actually increase the amount of bacteria in your mouth. Instead, choose all-natural healthy mints for bad breath that are sugarless and made with natural sweeteners and flavourings. These organic mints can help reduce bad breath without spiking blood sugar levels or feeding bacteria that can lead to tooth decay.

You can find healthy mints at GoodnessMe with our range of Pur. Crafted in Switzerland, Pur mints use the finest natural ingredients, including xylitol and natural flavourings, and are completely free from sugar, nuts, soy, and chemicals.

What Are the Best Sugar-Free Mints and Gum?

Shop healthy mints and gum made with no synthetic ingredients and artificial sweeteners for a natural solution to fighting bad breath. Our range includes:

1. Pur Gum – Discover allergen-free gum with xylitol that’s vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free and non-GMO. Available in packets or strips, this gum is 100% free from aspartame and sugar, making it ideal for those on a keto or no sugar diet. Find them in delicious flavours from classic mint and spearmint to pomegranate mint, chocolate mint, and cinnamon.
2. Pur Mints – Like Pur gum, these sugar-free mints are made with xylitol to sweeten and help to reduce plaque build-up. They’re vegan and free from gluten, nuts, soy, and all artificial ingredients. Shop them in a range of tantalising flavours including, Peppermint, Polar Mint, Mojito Lime, and Tangerine Tango.
3. Breath Pearls – For an alternative to mints and gum, Breath Pearls are soft gel capsules made with peppermint oil and parsley seed oil to neutralise odours and keep your mouth feeling fresh. They work from the inside out and can also help soothe the stomach while giving you long-lasting clean breath.

Do Mints Kill Bacteria?

Mints made with xylitol and natural flavourings can offer a number of health benefits for your oral health. Xylitol is a natural ingredient that’s recommended by dentists to help fight the build-up of plaque and wash away bacteria in the mouth which can result in less cavities. It can also help neutralise the acids caused by bacteria to keep tooth enamel strong and prevent tooth decay.

Mints and gum also cause you to chew more which helps saliva stimulation to further fight off germs and keep the mouth moist and healthy. 

Is Chewing Gum Bad for You? 

As long as you choose a sugar-free gum, chewing gum can be a great way to improve your oral health and keep you feeling fresh all day. In fact, there are some surprising benefits to chewing gum:

1. It can help strengthen tooth enamel and help prevent cavities and decay
2. Help improve alertness through the act of chewing
3. It may help you fight off sleepiness
4. Could help reduce heartburn and reflux
5. It may reduce nausea

You can shop the best natural mints and gums in Australia online at GoodnessMe. Pick up a packet of Pur gum or pop a mint into your mouth at snack time for a little refresh. We also have an extensive range of other healthy supplements and goodies to munch on that have been hand-picked by GoodnessMe nutritionists, including healthy snacks, chips, cookies, bliss balls, protein bars, dried fruit, nuts, and much more.