Peppermint (Mentha Piperita)

Description

Helps: relieve stomach aches (oil rubbed into the skin of the abdomen works well, also); oil rubbed into sore muscles, provides pain relief (due to the menthol in peppermint),  dry skin and rashes, dry or oily scalp, when used as a hair rinse, relieves infections, allergic rashes, itchiness, bacterial infections.

Aromatha therapy oil rubbed into the temple to relieve headaches (see Warning), reinvigorate, clear nasal passages (inhaled), triggers the brain to think the stomach is full after eating; energy booster; stress reducer and anxiety; increases energy levels, clears the mind; helps calm coughing and other symptoms from colds,

As leaves/tea: helps indigestion, stomach cramps, menstrual cramps, reduces inflammation in the throat and mouth.

Antioxidant, antimicrobial, so helps strengthen the immune system.

WARNING: oil should be used with a carrier oil.

DO NOT use on children under 30 months of age; directly on the chest or nasal area of infants, for it can cause respiratory distress. Large doses inhaled can be dangerous. Peppermint contains Menthol, so use in small amounts.