# Naturally Energizing Mints 'Essential Mints' are Enriched with Functional Herbal Supplements By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-10-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essential-mints References: [trndmonitor](https://trndmonitor.com/food-news-essential-mints-launches-indiegogo-for-its-brand-new-line-of-delicious-mints/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/essential-mints-coffee-energy#/) Essential Mints is now introducing itself to the world as part of a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo, setting itself apart as a producer of all-natural, energizing mints infused with a natural herbal supplement designed to improve one's active life. The mints are made with non-GMO ingredients and offer an affordable, [convenient alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-sprays) to [sugary energy drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kewe-energy). Some of the varieties that Essential Mints is introducing as part of its campaign include: Energizing Peppermint with Caffeine, Energizing Mocha Mint with Caffeine, as well as Fat Burner Peppermint and Bedtime Peppermint—these last two varieties are enriched with ingredients like saffron, green coffee, melatonin and gaba. Essential Mint notes that five pieces of its [caffeinated mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focusfuel) are roughly the equivalent to drinking a single cup of coffee. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **All-natural Energizing Mints:** Opportunity for creating healthier and more convenient alternatives to sugary energy drinks. - **Functional Herbal Supplements:** Opportunity to explore the potential benefits of herbal supplements in enhancing daily activities. - **Crowdfunding Campaigns for Food Products:** Opportunity to leverage crowdfunding platforms to introduce and finance innovative food products. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Industry can capitalize on the growing demand for healthier and convenient energy options. - **Nutraceuticals:** Industry can explore the use of herbal supplements and their potential benefits. - **Fintech:** Industry can develop crowdfunding platforms tailored specifically for food and beverage products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thirst-Quenching Energy Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenzing-natural-energy-lime-mint.md) - [Mood-Balancing Wellness Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quick-balance-mints.md) - [Next-Gen Wellness Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellness-drinks.md) - [Functional Energy-Boosting Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneak-energy-gummies.md) - [Refreshing Functional Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focusaid-watermelon-mint.md) - [Popping Breath Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breathrox-breath-mints.md) - [CBD Wellness Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motherbar.md) - [Functional Vitamin-Infused Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfetti-van-melle.md) - [Functional Breath Mints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nude-mints.md)