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Can peppermint scent make you run faster

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Forget expensive running shoes; you just need to smell a candy cane. Studies reveal that athletes who inhale strong peppermint aromas right before a sprint exhibit significantly faster times and increased lung capacity. The sharp scent acts as a mild physiological stimulant, briefly tricking the central nervous system into opening up the airways.

Can peppermint scent make you run faster
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