Peppermint Leaves

Peppermint Leaves by Nature's Way

Peppermint is a folk remedy for stomach ailments.   Peppermint is found abundantly throughout the Americas and Europe, its volatile oil has been extensively used in clinical studies.

Historically used for indigestion, bad breath, flatulence and hiccups, gas, nausea, heartburn, stomachaches and digestive problems. As  an antispasmodic, Peppermint is helpful in alleviating cramps, including menstrual cramps, and stomach pain, and it eases "griping" (sharp pains and grumbling in the bowel) caused by eating unripe fruit or irritating foods.

Peppermint is a "nervine" that eases nervous agitation and anxiety.  It has a calming effect on the entire body and can help soothe a nagging cough.  Peppermint may help treat insomnia, and people with headaches have found Peppermint effective when they accompany it with a short nap. Peppermint is a strong aromatic and an excellent expectorant that helps to loosen and expel phlegm from the respiratory system, thereby easing congestion of the lungs and nasal passages.