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WASHINGTON -- The Food and Drug Administration is cracking down on teas, supplements, creams and other products that falsely claim to cure, treat or prevent cancer even though they are not agency-approved drugs.

All are available for sale on the Internet.

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Food and Drug Administration is cracking down on teas, supplements, creams and other products that falsely claim to cure, treat or prevent cancer even though they are not agency-approved drugs.

All are available for sale on the Internet....

This fact sheet provides basic information about peppermint oil—uses, potential side effects, and resources for more information.

The herb peppermint, a cross between two types of mint (water mint and spearmint), grows throughout Europe and North America.

Peppermint is often used to flavor foods, and the leaves can be used fresh or dried in teas.