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                        Peppermint Mentha piperita

                        All About Peppermint

                        Peppermint is one of the most used essential oils and a favorite home garden herb, valued for its refreshing and uplifting aroma and topical cooling abilities. It is often chosen for respiratory issues and digestive upset as well as to improve alertness and congestion. In addition, it is very useful for headaches and muscle tension. Many cough lozenges and medicines as well as muscle rubs are on the market containing the menthol constituent found in peppermint. In the food and beverage industry, peppermint is a common flavoring agent (heavily diluted).

                        Peppermint Mentha piperita

                        Peppermint Candy

                        Fun Fact

                        Peppermint is the number 1 selling flavor among non-chocolate, hard candies.

                        Peppermint Research

                        Over 150 research articles have been catalogued on peppermint. Many studies have reviewed the antimicrobial actions of the herb and its extract/oil in vitro. It has also been studied as a digestive aid to treat irritable bowels, nausea, and other digestive complaints. Research has demonstrated its analgesic, antispasmodic, and anti-itch activities. Peppermint has been studied to help improve cognition, and may also have neuroprotectivie capabilities. Studies show it could also reduce respiratory complaints, repell insects, act as an antioxidant, and more. Click the button below for a detailed review of research.

                        Peppermint Research

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                        Peppermint Herb and Essential Oil


                        Latin Name: Mentha piperita

                        Family: Lamiaceae

                        Other Common Names

                        • Other common names: mint, brandy mint, field mint, menthol
                        • ​There are many subspecies and chemotypes of mint
                        • Not to be confused with: cornmint or yerba buena (Mentha arvensis), balm mint, or lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)

                        Plant Description

                        Peppermint is a perennial herb reaching two feet tall with green oval leaves and small white/pink flowers.

                        Herb Description

                        Leaves are prepared fresh or dried. For making a tea, steep 1 Tbsp of dried herb, or 2 Tbsp of fresh herb in 2 cups of boiled water for five minutes. Strain and drink.

                        Essential Oil Description

                        Oil is steam distilled from the leaves, flowers, and stems. It is thin and clear colored or pale yellow/green. Oil is minty, strong, cool and fresh.

                        Key Constituents

                          • Menthol
                          • Menthone
                          • Menthyl Acetate
                          • Neomenthol
                          • 1,8-Cineole / Cineole / Eucalyptol / Cajeputol
                          • Furans / Menthofuran
                          • Isomenthone
                          • d-Limonene / Limonene / Dipentene
                          • Beta-Caroyphyllene
                          • Pulegone

                        Peppermint Recipes

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                        Absorption Enhancement / Transdermal Delivery Camphor Chest Rub Recipe
                        Colorful Mojito Recipes
                        Cool Peppermint Foot Bath
                        minty toothpaste Easy Breezy Minty Toothpaste Recipe
                        Easy Loose Herb Tea Gift Idea
                        spasmolytic Easy Peppermint Tea Recipe
                        Essential Oil & Herb Travel Kit
                        joint pain Essential Oil Joint Ointment Recipe
                        menstrual Flatulence Tea Recipe
                        Fruit & Herb Infused Waters
                        Fruity Herbal Tea Popsicle Recipe
                        Green Hydration Smoothie
                        eczema Herbal Anti-Itch Cream
                        Herbal Infused All Purpose House Cleaner Recipe
                        Herbal Infused Conditioner
                        Herbal Mouthwash Recipe
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                        lemon (citrus limonum) How Lemon May Help Boost Mood & Cognition – Plus Home Recipes
                        Infused Herbal Shampoo Recipe
                        Juniper Muscle Rub
                        Easy Lavender Tea Recipe Making Aromatic Teas from Herbs Growing in the Garden
                        eye health Memory Tea and Diffuser Recipes
                        Minty Mind Opener Room Spray
                        Peppermint Belly Rub
                        peppermint hot chocolate Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe
                        Peppermint Muscle Rub
                        Ready Made Mojito Infusion Recipe
                        Red Clover Menopausal Tea Recipe and Benefits
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                        Watermelon Ginger-Mint Tea Recipe
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                        Therapeutic Uses

                        analgesic Analgesic / Pain
                        Anti-allergy Anti-allergy / Anti-histamine
                        anti-inflammatory Anti-inflammatory
                        Anti-itch
                        anti-pyretic Anti-pyretic / Fever
                        antimicrobial Antimicrobial
                        antiviral Antiviral
                        anxiety Anxiety / Mood / Anti-depressive
                        anti-fungal Athlete’s Foot
                        Common Cold Common Cold / Cough & Congestion / Respiratory
                        dandruff Dandruff
                        Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
                        female health Female Health
                        green cleaning Green Cleaning
                        Hair Growth / Alopecia
                        headache relief Headache Relief
                        insecticide Insecticidal / Pesticidal
                        mouth cold sore Mouth Cold Sores
                        Oral Health
                        Preservative
                        repellent Repellent
                        Stimulant / Improved Energy
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                        Therapeutic Uses

                        • Absorption Enhancement
                        • Acne
                        • Alteratives
                        • Altitude Sickness
                        • Analgesic / Pain
                        • Anti-allergy / Anti-histamine
                        • Anti-asthma
                        • Anti-fungal
                        • Anti-inflammatory
                        • Anti-itch
                        • Anti-parasite
                        • Anti-pyretic / Fever
                        • Anti-smoking / Drug Addiction
                        • Anti-snoring
                        • Antibacterial
                        • Antimicrobial
                        • Antioxidant
                        • Antiseptic
                        • Antiviral
                        • Anxiety / Mood / Anti-depressive
                        • Aphrodisiac
                        • Astringent
                        • Athlete’s Foot
                        • Cardiac Health / High Blood Pressure
                        • Children’s Health
                        • Cognition / Neuroprotective
                        • Common Cold / Cough & Congestion / Respiratory
                        • Dandruff
                        • Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
                        • Female Health
                        • Green Cleaning
                        • Hair Growth / Alopecia
                        • Headache Relief
                        • Hypoglycemic / Antidiabetic
                        • Hypolipidemic / Cholesterol
                        • Immunity
                        • Insecticidal / Pesticidal
                        • Insomnia / Sleep
                        • Joint Pain / Arthritis
                        • Male Health
                        • Mouth Cold Sores
                        • Oral Health
                        • Osteoporosis
                        • Preservative
                        • Repellent
                        • Sedative / Calming
                        • Skin and Wound Health
                        • Skin Burns
                        • Stimulant / Improved Energy
                        • Sunscreen
                        • Urinary System / Diuretic / Liver
                        • Weight Loss
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