Peppermint
veg · base score 1 · also listed as peppermint
What is it?
Peppermint is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 173 products
- Also listed as
- peppermint
Common questions about peppermint
Is Peppermint good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain peppermint?
173 UK products list peppermint as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is peppermint called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: peppermint. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade peppermint?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
Does peppermint help dogs with bad breath?
Peppermint may help freshen a dog's breath temporarily. If bad breath persists, speak to your vet to rule out dental or other issues.
