Peppermint

Other Common Names: Brandy mint, Lamb mint.

Latin description: Mentha piperita.

Parts to use: Aerial and tender stems.

Chemical constituents: Menthol, menthone, menthylacetate, menthofuran, tanic acid, terpenes, limonene, pulegone, cineole, bisabolene, isomenthol, neomenthol, phytol, tocopherol, carotenoid, betane, choline.

Actions: Anodyne, antispasmodic, carminative, cholagogue, refrigerant, stomachic, tonic.

Medicinal Uses & Benefits

Peppermint relieves minor nausea, is a good tonic
and strengthens the stomach when it is lacking acid - otherwise it might aggravate the stomach.
Sometimes it relieves cramps for others it might
cause cramps. Usually, if peppermint creates
stomach problems people will find relief taking Chamomile instead and vice versa.

Peppermint contains a mild antispasmodic
therefore it is good for stomach cramps or
colic, and is good for dispelling intestinal gas. It is a
digestive tonic, it increases the appetite, and increases
the flow of bile. Peppermint has been shown to be
effective in healing ulcers. The oil is antibacterial and
can be used externally. It is also antiparasitic and can
be used internally with caution. The oil can be used
externally also in relieving pain and can be included in
massage oils and liniments. Peppermint oil will greatly
increase the flow of blood or circulation in the skin
where it is applied. The oil can be used to bring
circulation to the extremities as in diabetic condition.

CAUTION: With peppermints possible interference with
iron absorption may occur. Oils should not be used on
infants. It is not advised to use the oil in steam inhalations.

Dosage

Capsules: 3 “0” capsules 4x daily.
Infusion: 1 cup 3-4x daily.

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