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WORLD2026-05-1419:17:26 UTC

New Genetic Variants of Peppermint Discovered by UC Davis Researchers

Editorial Staff · 1 min read

A team from the University of California, Davis, has made significant strides in peppermint research, uncovering 250 new genetic variants.

These findings, which were published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, suggest that these variants could improve the flavor profile of peppermint.

Additionally, there is potential for these genetic variations to contribute to health benefits, although specific effects remain to be fully explored.