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Organic Peppermint Leaf
Organic Peppermint Leaf helps to improve the flow of bile from the liver to the gallbladder. The volatile oil found in Peppermint (a hybrid of watermint and spearmint) also aids with the overall digestive process. As such, the herb Mentha piperita helps keep your liver in proper working order and allows it to function more effectively. Benefits of Peppermint Leaf
* Promotes the elimination of foreign particles
* Aids in digestion by calming the stomach
* Relaxes the intestinal muscles to reduce cramping
* Provides natural relief for respiratory difficulties
* Reduces feelings of nausea and heartburn
* Improves bile production and flow
* Discourages the growth of harmful bacteria in the stomach
By increasing the amount of bile flow from the liver, Peppermint Leaf also helps to break down fats, reduce bad cholesterol, and inhibit the growth of obstacles in the kidney and gallbladder. Some research suggests peppermint and other mint oils (such as menthol) may actually work to dissolve foreign particles within body tissue.
Similarly, Peppermint Leaf can help relax bile ducts for improved flow of this important digestive fluid. Organic Peppermint Leaf contains bio-flavonoids and exhibits antioxidant activity within the bloodstream. The herb can also stimulate a sluggish liver or gallbladder into performing its functions in a more effective manner. For example, by lowering harmful cholesterol in the body, the liver does not have to work as hard to filter out toxins. As such, your liver is less likely to be overworked and debilitated.
Peppermint Leaf helps improve circulation within the body and is effective at discouraging the growth of many unwanted fungi and bacteria. Therefore, your kidneys do not need to work as hard to help the immune system fight off infections.
Another amazing health benefit of peppermint that Grandma taught us, is that chewing on a fresh, washed peppermint leaf can help settle an upset stomach. A steaming hot cup of this tea is also effective in calming your harried nerves, especially if you lean down and smell the aroma as you sip the tea.
Fresh peppermint leaves and peppermint tea are also quite effective in soothing diarrhea and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). A cup of tea can easily be made by placing some peppermint leaves in a cup. Fill the cup with boiling water, then cover it. Let the tea steep for about 10 minutes. Then, strain the leaves out and drink the tea.
The familiar "mint scent" is the aroma of peppermint. Peppermint contains an essential oil that is unique to other mints for its quality and flavor. Artificial peppermints do not effectively duplicate its aroma or medicinal effects.
Constituents
The essential oil of peppermint (up to 2.5% in the dried leaf) is mostly made up from menthol (ca. 50%), menthone (10 to 30%), menthyl esters (up to 10%) and several monoterpene derivatives (pulegone, piperitone, menthofurane). Traces of jasmone (0.1%) give the oil its characteristically "minty" scent. The aromatic chemicals in the mint are concentrated when the plant is grown in areas with long, warm, bright summer days.
Parts Used
Dried or fresh leaf, and essential oil.
Typical Preparations
Tea is the most common and best employed use of this ingredient. The oil is used as flavoring in toothpaste, dental creams, mouthwash, cough candies, chewing gm, and baked goods.
Summary
Essential oil of peppermint can be applied to the skin or mouth to relieve pain. The essential oil in peppermint teas relieves the pain associated with colitis and colic.
Precautions
For best results, avoid boiling a peppermint tea, and instead add simmering water to a cup of the material instead of boiling directly.
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