Sports Med Open February 2024 PMID 38381237

How Cool is That? The Effects of Menthol Mouth Rinsing on Exercise Capacity and Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Erica H Gavel, Gabriel Barreto, Kierstyn V Hawke, Trent Stellingwerff, Lewis J James, Bryan Saunders, Heather M Logan-Sprenger

Mentions

36
Peak: 8 in Feb 2024
across 4 sources since Feb 2024

Extended reach

96,189
potential audience

Total likes

177

Video views

9,653

Mentions per month

Feb 2024 – Dec 2025

Where it's discussed

  • TikTok20 posts
  • X / Twitter10 posts
  • Facebook4 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The posts consistently highlight that menthol mouth rinsing has minimal benefits, with phrases like 'does not improve performance' and mentioning the systematic review as 'worth taking a look' reflect approval and recognition of the research. The tone remains neutral and informative, emphasizing the publication's significance without deep debate, which aligns with moderate agreement and engagement levels.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions refer directly to the publication’s findings that menthol mouth rinsing does not enhance performance, showing clear support.

InterestModerate interest

The posts demonstrate moderate interest, as they acknowledge the research, though they mainly share the information without deep analysis.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some commenters engage with the content by sharing related hashtags and tagging sources, indicating a conversational but not highly detailed engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions are mostly informational, suggesting the publication's conclusion could influence athlete practices, but impact is moderate due to limited critical analysis.

Abstract in brief

  • Menthol mouth rinsing (MR) has become popular among athletes to potentially boost exercise performance, but current research shows that its overall effect on exercise capacity and performance is minimal.
  • The systematic review analyzed data from multiple studies and found that menthol MR did not significantly improve exercise capacity or performance, regardless of factors like swilling duration, menthol concentration, or type of solution used.
  • Overall, the evidence suggests that menthol mouth rinsing offers little to no benefit for athletes in enhancing exercise outcomes based on the analyzed studies.

Top posts

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George Nassis
@gnassis · X

New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TStellingwerff @SportsMedicineJ Open https://t.co/j7bcCqled2

Feb 22, 2024 · 17 likes · 6 shares · 4,364 followers View post →
Sports Medicine
@SportsMedicineJ · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Feb 22, 2024 · 6 shares · 53,458 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

How Cool is That? The Effects of Menthol Mouth Rinsing on Exercise Capacity and Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (open access) https://t.co/qm71jyPC9V #exercise#Workout #TrainHard #GymLife #GymTime #muscle #strength #lift #GetStrong #cardio #hiit

Feb 24, 2024 · 19,553 followers View post →
Brett Singer MS,RD,CSSD
@BSinger10 · X

How Cool is That? The Effects of Menthol Mouth Rinsing on Exercise Capacity and Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis https://t.co/CdlXhmbzzf

Oct 20, 2024 · 2,807 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
@TheBhupiThakur · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Feb 22, 2024 · 6 shares · 1,389 followers View post →
Erica Gavel-Pinos, PLY
@EricaGavel · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Feb 23, 2024 · 6 shares · 1,374 followers View post →

All mentions

Brett Singer MS,RD,CSSD
@BSinger10 · X

How Cool is That? The Effects of Menthol Mouth Rinsing on Exercise Capacity and Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis https://t.co/CdlXhmbzzf

Oct 20, 2024 · 2,807 followers View post →
Alberto Valiño
@valino_alberto · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Mar 13, 2024 · 6 shares · 41 followers View post →
Ciara Sinnott O’Connor
@ciara_soc · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Feb 26, 2024 · 6 shares · 663 followers View post →
Bryan Saunders
@Bicycle_Bryan · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Feb 26, 2024 · 6 shares · 1,190 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

How Cool is That? The Effects of Menthol Mouth Rinsing on Exercise Capacity and Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (open access) https://t.co/qm71jyPC9V #exercise#Workout #TrainHard #GymLife #GymTime #muscle #strength #lift #GetStrong #cardio #hiit

Feb 24, 2024 · 19,553 followers View post →
Erica Gavel-Pinos, PLY
@EricaGavel · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Feb 23, 2024 · 6 shares · 1,374 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
@TheBhupiThakur · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Feb 22, 2024 · 6 shares · 1,389 followers View post →
Sports Medicine
@SportsMedicineJ · X

RT @gnassis: New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TSte…

Feb 22, 2024 · 6 shares · 53,458 followers View post →
George Nassis
@gnassis · X

New systematic review reporting that menthol mouth rinsing does not improve performance. Worth taking a look #OpenAccess @TStellingwerff @SportsMedicineJ Open https://t.co/j7bcCqled2

Feb 22, 2024 · 17 likes · 6 shares · 4,364 followers View post →
Erica Gavel-Pinos, PLY
@EricaGavel · X

https://t.co/Nu5jeUUw17

Feb 22, 2024 · 1,374 followers View post →
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