Feline Lymphoma researchers analysed peppermint . Found raised nicotine levels in plants subjected to cigarette smoke . Also showed peppermint plants take up nicotine from contaminated soils . Findings could explain high nicotine levels in some spices and teas .
Technical University of Braunschweig researchers analysed peppermint . Found raised nicotine levels in plants subjected to cigarette smoke . Also showed peppermint plants take up nicotine from contaminated soils . Findings could explain high nicotine levels in some spices and teas .