Deoxyribose is a sugar, although not the kind we usually think of when we're sweetening our coffee. Deoxyribose is a monosaccharide. Monosaccharides are the building blocks for more complicated sugars.
Serving Tips. Mint leaves add fresh and refreshing flavor to meals. Add a handful of mint leaves to roasted green beans, or wilt mint leaves into whole-grain pasta dressed with a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice. As an alternative, blend mint leaves into smoothies.
Two cups of peppermint tea and leaves Photo Credit nilswey/iStock/Getty Images. 1  The peppermint, or Mentha piperita, plant grows freely throughout the United States and is cultivated for its aromatic oil. The leaves of the plant are also valuable for making herbal tea, which is readily available in health food stores. The list of potential benefits from peppermint tea is long and includes treating an upset stomach and stimulating the immune system. It may also be beneficial for treating diarrhea, insomnia, anxiety and minor heartburn. Although aromatic and relaxing, there are still a few dangers associated with the herb.