Why does mint make cold things feel colder? 266 viewsJanuary 1, 2024 Question98.95K April 22, 2023 0 Comments Why does mint make cold things feel colder? In: 64 4 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted April 22, 2023 0 Comments Menthol, a chemical found in mint, stimulates the neurons (nerve cells) in your body that detect cold. It’s similar to capsaicin, the “hot” chemical in hot peppers, stimulating receptors for heat. You are viewing 1 out of 4 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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