Botanical Name: Mentha Piperita
Labiatae family
Origin: Egypt, China, Japan, worldwide
Perennial herb
Extraction: Steam distillation of flowering tops
Main Therapeutic Properties:
- Anaesthetic
- Analgesic
- Antispasmodic
- Decongestant
- Febrifuge (combats fever)
- Antiviral
- Bactericidal
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antiseptic
- Tonic to digestive system
Applications:
- Fevers
- Dry cough, colds, sinusitis
- Prime remedy for digestive orders
- Relieves nausea
- Nervous disorders
- Skin irritation, itching (1%)
- Shingles
- Eczema, dermatitis, acne
- Bruises
- Overheated skin
- Congestive headaches, migraines
- Palpitations, dizziness
- Painful periods
- Mouthwash (gum disease)
Mental & Emotional:
- Stimulant – mental fatigue
*CAUTION*
As it is a stimulant, it may interfere with sleep if used at night
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