Peppermint (Menta X Piperata dry leaf)
The main chemical components of peppermint oil are menthol and menthone and can be used as a remedy for a variety of conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), nausea and other digestive issues.
Natural Sources
Peppermint can consist of fresh or dry leaves. Peppermint essential oil is a concentrated oil that is extracted from the peppermint plant by steam distillation.
Benefits | |
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May relieve digestive issues | Relief of tension headaches and migraines |
May be beneficial as a breath freshener | May relief clogged sinuses |
May support energy levels | May relieve menstrual cramps |
Beneficial against bacterial infections | May improve sleep |
Aid weight loss | Bring relief from seasonal allergies |
May improve concentration | |
Evidence Summary
In vitro, peppermint has significant antimicrobial and antiviral activities, strong antioxidant and antitumor actions, and some antiallergenic potential. Animal model studies demonstrate a relaxation effect on gastrointestinal (GI) tissue, analgesic and anesthetic effects in the central and peripheral nervous system, immunomodulating actions and chemo preventive potential. Human studies on the GI, respiratory tract and analgesic effects of peppermint oil and its constituents have been reported. Several clinical trials examining the effects of peppermint oil on irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms have been conducted. Laboratory tests have concluded that peppermint leaf medicines relaxed the gut and had antispasmodic effects, thereby helping with the digestion, as well as pain relief (1). A 2018 study suggests that peppermint, in various forms, can help treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (2). These symptoms include: pain, bloating, diarrhea and gas.
Products with Peppermint (Menta X Piperata dry leaf)
Liver Detox & Digestive Support
60 Film Coated Tablets
liver health + liver detox + digestive support + reduce bloating
$44.99
Propolis & Manuka Honey Oral Spray
30ml
antioxidant + oral health + peppermint flavour
$12.99
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References: 1. https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/herbal/menthae-piperitae-folium
2. Chumpitazi, B P et al. “Review article: the physiological effects and safety of peppermint oil and its efficacy in irritable bowel syndrome and other functional disorders.” Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics vol. 47,6 (2018): 738-752. doi:10.1111/apt.14519