Description
Peppermint essential oil is traditionally used for : Arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatism, concentration (helps with) and exam periods, difficult digestion, toothache (cavities, abscesses), tiredness, exhaustion, travel sickness, bad breath, migraine and headaches, vomiting, nausea, etc. Peppermint essential oil is traditionally recommended by aromatherapists for topical use to help soothe headaches and localised pain. It is also known to relieve nausea and digestive problems.
Characteristic of peppermint essential oil : Peppermint essential oil is recognised for its health and wellness properties:
In health properties
- Tonic and stimulant for the digestive, pancreatic and nervous systems
- Anti-nausea
- Hypertensive, vasoconstrictor
- Local anaesthetic and analgesic by cold effect, antipruritic, calms itching
- Refreshing
- Nasal decongestant
- Promotes healthy liver and prostate function; but also
- Antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral
- Intestinal and urinary anti-inflammatory
In wellness properties
- Tonic and stimulating for the nerves and the whole body
- Refreshing
Uses In health Peppermint essential oil is traditionally used to improve the following conditions: – Nausea, motion sickness, dizziness – Indigestion, dyspepsia, vomiting, flatulence, bad breath, gastro-oesophageal reflux, irritable bowel syndrome. – Headaches, migraines, neuralgia, sciatica, arthritis, rheumatism, tendonitis – Shock, trauma – Shingles, herpes, viral neuritis – Rhinitis, sinusitis, ear infections – Itching (urticaria, eczema, chickenpox) – Low blood pressure
Uses In wellness – Fatigue – Difficulty concentrating, lack of alertness
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Warning
The above properties, indications and methods of use are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for information purposes only and in no way constitutes medical information. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a diagnosis, consultation or medical follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. If in doubt, we recommend that you consult a doctor before using essential oils.
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