Peppermint Oil: Uses and Benefits

By *~ Fairy Dust *~

Peppermint is what's called a hybrid mint which is combination of a watermint and spearmint. Peppermint is a plant that is cultivation throughout all parts of the world. The oil from the leaves of the peppermint and tops of the plant are used in many herbal remedies because the main active ingredients in the peppermint leaf are menthol and menthone.

There are many uses and health benefits of peppermint including:

• The essential oil of peppermint aids in the treatment of indigestion, sore throat, nasal congestion, inflammation of the mouth and throat, nausea, and even headaches.
• When used as an aid for indigestion the peppermint calms the muscles of the stomach.
• Due to the menthol found in peppermint, it also improves the respiratory system by clearing the respiratory tract.
• The vitamins A and C contained in peppermint oil assist with cell growth.
• The antiseptic nature of peppermint oil aid in the removal of bacteria found in the teeth and gums that cause bad breath.
• Essential oil of peppermint is also known to prevent and halt the growth of difference types of bacteria found to inhibit the growth of certain fungus.
• The peppermint is an excellent source of manganese.

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