Ricola Fresh Mint

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Is Ricola Fresh Mint healthy?

Ricola Fresh Mint scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains beneficial ingredients like peppermint extract and a mixture of 13 herbs, which are known for their soothing and digestive benefits.

How processed is Ricola Fresh Mint?

Ricola Fresh Mint is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Ricola Fresh Mint's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, extract (0.4%) of peppermint, mixture of 13 herbs Ricola, peppermint oil count in its favor; natural flavor is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Ricola Fresh Mint

75 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$5.48 · 45 count · $5.48 / count
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Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Mints
Summary

This product contains beneficial ingredients like peppermint extract and a mixture of 13 herbs, which are known for their soothing and digestive benefits. However, the presence of 'natural flavor' raises concerns due to its lack of transparency, and the product's processing level limits its score. Despite these factors, the overall ingredient list is relatively clean, contributing to a moderate score.

Key ingredients 7

extract (0.4%) of peppermint
Good

Peppermint extract offers a refreshing flavor and natural aroma, enhancing the product's appeal with a positive effect.

mixture of 13 herbs Ricola
Good

The herbal blend adds natural flavor and traditional herbal benefits, contributing positively to the product's overall profile.

peppermint oil
Good

Peppermint oil provides a strong, refreshing flavor and aroma, making the product enjoyable and invigorating.

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spirulina extract
Good

Spirulina extract is a nutrient-rich algae that adds a natural boost and contributes to the product's herbal profile.

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Sweetener (isomalt)
Neutral

Isomalt is a sugar substitute that provides sweetness without a significant impact on blood sugar levels, making it a neutral ingredient in this product.

menthol
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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natural flavor
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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