A slight change in
color and chlorophyll content was observed in the samples. The highest values for TPC, TFC and antioxidant
activity methods were obtained at 50 and 70 C however, a decrease in the vitamin C content was
observed. Minerals such as K, Ca, Mg and Na were found. Sucrose showed the highest sugar content. This
work suggests that M. piperita L. can be used as a natural antioxidant, whether fresh or dried.