Today I will be explaining the healing properties of the Mentha Piperita better known as Peppermint Leaves.
HERBALISM:
Peppermint Leaves are one of the most popular herb teas in the world. The natural healing properties sometimes goes un-noticed. The plant is easily grown in gardens, but is a rather invasive plant. Try growing it in a bucket buried in the ground, with the bottom knocked out. The leaves of peppermint are collected just before the flowers open.
AVOID LARGE DOSES IN PREGNANCY
THE AMOUNTS TAKEN IN FOOD ARE HARMLESS
USES
Indigestion, colic, wind, nausea, vomiting, depressed appetite, menstrual cramps, and gall bladder pain. Adding a couple of drops of the essential oil to hot water, and drinking it, or sucking a strong peppermint sweet, is also effective.
With elderflower and yarrow for colds, sinus problems, and blocked nose. Inhale the steam as you drink. For HOT, itchy skin problems, a strong tea can be used as a lotion.
AROMATHERAPY:
Peppermint is best known as a remedy for digestive problems. It was used as such by the Romans and possibly the ancient Egyptians. Apart from its many therapeutic applications, it is also used as humane form of pest control. Peppermint grows throughout Europe, but most oil comes from the United States.
PROPERTIES AND USES
Refreshing and stimulating, peppermint tones and settles the digestive system. It relieves indigestion, flatulence, spasms, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and travel sickness. It also helps tone the liver, intestines, and the nervous system. It is a valuable expectorant in the treatment of bronchitis, colds, and flu, and it can reduce fevers by inducing sweating and cooling the body. Peppermint is a painkiller, beneficial for toothache, headaches, and some migraines. It relieves itching and is a useful antiseptic for acne and congested skin. Can be used as an emergency remedy for shock. Muscle and mental fatigue are both relieved by peppermint.