Health Benefits of Peppermint Oil

Health Benefits of Peppermint Oil

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  1. Peppermint oil has been used for years by those looking for relief from such ailments as indigestion and headaches. With its vitamin and mineral ingredients, it has helped cure and ease many health conditions.

    What is in Peppermint Oil?

    The main ingredient of peppermint oil is menthol and has within it Vitamins A and C, omega-3 fatty acids and several great minerals such as manganesse, iron, potassium, copper and calcium. 

    What kind of Health Conditions does it Help?

    Indigestion is one area where peppermint oil helps. By putting a few drops in a glass of warm water and drinking it after a meal, it can do wonders for indigestion concerns. Peppermint oil also helps minimize gas, eases bowel spasms and is effective if there is an upset stomach. Also, peppermint oil also works well with your respiratory system. It is the menthol in the peppermint oil that helps clear out and restore your respiratory tract. In addition, peppermint oil is also effective for headaches. To find relief from a headache, simply inhale a few drops of peppermint oil–peppermint oil that has been gently sprinkled on a small cloth or put on your wrist. This way of using peppermint oil also helps to reduce stress.

    What else does Peppermint Oil do?

    Peppermint oil also is very helpful when you are getting a massage or enjoying a steam bath. Because peppermint oil is an antiseptic, it can also be applied to your scalp and gently massaged. It works great to remove dandruff and lice. If you apply it to your skin, it will help to keep pimples away from your skin so that you skin looks smooth, clean and clear of blemishes.

    More Benefits of Peppermint Oil

    Besides the above benefits of peppermint oil, it also helps to relieve irritable bowel syndrome. Most interesting, is how it helps if you are suffering from colonoscopy and gastroscopy. Many have found relief from various kinds of body pain. Because it is cool, it also help to reduce fever. Also, peppermint oil has also been found to boost your immune system and may also prevent certain diseases. Even though it has not yet been proven, some feel that peppermint oil is helpful when treating such diseases as tuberculosis and cancer. Still another health benefit you can receive from peppermint oil is protecting your brain from free radical attacks, protects against dementia and many have found that their memory is improved.

    To conclude, peppermint oil can be quite effective with many health concerns; however, it is always important to use caution with any kind of medication and vitamin and when in doubt, talk with your doctor.

    References:

    Newsmax.com (2011) Top 5 Health Benefits of Peppermint oil. Retrieved January 28, 2012 from: http://www.newsmax.com/FastFeatures/health-benefits-of-peppermint/2011/03/02/id/3880

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