Peppermint is a herb used in foods and medicine across the world. While everyone is aware of its uses, few eople are aware of its amazing medicinal benefits. Here are a few of them.

DIGESTION

Peppermint is widely used in remedies to treat upset stomach. Peppermint effectively improves digestion and gets rid of constipation. Bloating is at the mercy of a glass peppermint smoothie. Or you can add into you salads, all the while giving it flavor and aroma.

MUSCLE SORES

Peppermint oil is known analgesic and effectively reduces pain with its topical use. It is especially helpful in soothing an aching back and sore muscles.

BAD BREATH AND CAVITIES

The anti bacterial activity of peppermint kills bacteria causing bad breath. It also reduces the number of bacteria causing dental cavities. Pepper mint inhibits the growth of sulfur producing microbes which accumulate to cause dental problems.

SUNBURN

The soothing action of Peppermint helps relieve sunburns. Peppermint remarkably tones down the pain and inflammation associated with sunburns while speeding the healing process. Peppermint  pastecan be applied directly to the skin as a face mask. Or you can apply few drops of peppermint essential oil to your face with a tbsp or two of coconut oil acting as a carrier.

JOINT PAIN

Peppermint oil is a significant component of various pain relieving balms and ointments due to the presence of impressive pain relieving properties. Peppermint oil relieves joint pain in a matter of minutes keeping them warm and dry.

WEIGHT LOSS

The high fiber content of peppermint helps in weight loss by absorbing water in the stomach making you feel full. The strong scent of peppermint has been known to suppress hunger cravings easing individuals lose weight.

MORNING SICKNESS

Peppermint tea has long been known to handle Morning sickness. Peppermint taken as a smoothie or a part of tea curbs the nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy.

SINUS CARE

The strong odor of peppermint oil has been immensely beneficial in sinus care. Peppermint oil instantly unblocks stuffy nose in a few whiffs .

RASHES

Peppermint oil effectively tames rashes or itchy skin associated with poison ivy or insect bites. Apply few drops of peppermint oil with olive oil acting as base to the affected area.