Peppermint

Mentha piperita

Peppermint is a hybrid mint, a cross between watermint and spearmint. Peppermint is used for the common cold, cough, inflammation of the mouth and throat, sinus infections, and respiratory infections. It is also used for digestive problems including heartburn, nausea, vomiting, morning sickness, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), cramps of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract and bile ducts, upset stomach, diarrhoea, bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine, and gas. Some people also use peppermint for menstrual problems, liver and gallbladder complaints, preventing spasms during endoscopy procedures, and as a stimulant.

Native to Europe

- Relieves digestive symptoms (gas, bloating and indigestion)
- Helps to relieve tension, headaches and migraines
- Freshens your breath
- Relieves clogged sinuses
- Improves energy
- Can help relieve menstrual cramps
- Fights bacterial infections
- Improves your sleep and concentration
- May aid with weight loss
- Improves seasonal allergies

Part of the plant used:

Leaves