Why does the air feel so cold and “fresh” after you’ve had something minty (bubblegum etc.)

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Why does the air feel so cold and “fresh” after you’ve had something minty (bubblegum etc.)

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The active ingredient in mint that creates its cooling effect is menthol. Menthol triggers the cold receptors in the membranes of your mouth, causing them to sense even the smallest decrease in temperature far more intensely, which you perceive as cold.

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