1 Specimen containers should not be reused. 2  The NCCLS guidelines for urine, GP-16A2, recommend the use of a primary collection container that holds at least 50 mL, has a wide base and an opening of at least 4 cm. 1 The wide base prevents spillage and a 4 cm opening is an adequate target for urine collection.
There is a significant calorie difference between a mini Peppermint Pattie and a regular-sized one. A regular Peppermint Pattie contains 140 calories, 3 g of fat, 31 total carbohydrates, 25 sugars and 1 g of protein. Peppermint Patties are available in a sugar-free mini version.
Other medical uses for peppermint include soothing tension headaches, cold symptoms, and skin irritations. The essential oil can be rubbed on the forehead for headache relief, or used in a humidifier to ease sinus congestion.