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Peppermint essential oil has so many benefits which are but not limited to freshening breath, nausea and stomach issues cure, raise the psyche before attending long hours meeting, and also in relaxing the muscle. It is also useful in treating headache and PMS. All these benefits are to be enjoyed with the availability of peppermint essential oil.
Properties of peppermint essential oil
Peppermint essential oil is extracted by the process of steam distillation from the leaves and topmost flowers of the peppermint plant (Mentha Piperita). It has some essential properties that contribute to its numerous benefits;
| Menthol | Menthyl acetate | Menthylisovalerate | Menthone |
| Inactive pinene | L-limonene | Cadinene | Phellandrene |
| Acetaldehyde | Isovaleric aldehyde | Amyl alcohol | Dimethyl sulfide |
The essential uses of peppermint oil
Having peppermint essential oil at home comes with a whole lot of benefits some of which are;
Aids digestion
Due to the carminative nature of peppermint essential oil; it helps to remove excess gas in the body. Few drops of this oil is usually added into water which is to be drank after a meal. It is also a good treatment of nausea and stomach upset.
Bad breath cure
Peppermint essential oil is always recommended for the cure of bad breath; this is why most chewing gum and other confectionery contains peppermint oil. Its antiseptic property makes it an essential component in toothpaste and it is also used in treating toothache.
Nail cure
For those that keep long nails, there is a high probability of having a fungal infection but this can be put into check by applying peppermint essential oil on the nails. It has an antifungal property which comes to play here.
Headache Cure
Peppermint essential oil has an anti-inflammatory property which is very beneficial in its treatment of a headache and migraine. It is to be applied to the forehead after being diluted with a carrier oil.
Relieves spasms
Muscle spasm is a frequent occurrence for those that are active in sports such as taekwondo, football, long jump etc. Peppermint essential oil has an antispasmodic property that helps in relieving this muscle spasm.
Treatment of UTI (Urinary Tract Infection)
Peppermint essential oil is a good treatment of UTI, it has a lot of antibacterial qualities which helps to fight against UTI in the body.
Treatment of respiratory problems
Peppermint essential oil is always a major ingredient in cold rubs and balms. The application of this cold rubs or balms on the chest can help eliminate nasal or respiratory problems. This is usually effective due to the abundant presence of menthol in peppermint essential oil.
Pain removal
Peppermint essential oil has calcium antagonism which helps to relieve pain whenever peppermint essential oil is applied to the affected area. Its cooling nature also helps to reduce fever.
Immunity boost
Peppermint essential oil contains camphor, menthol, and carvacrol, which are resistant to various bacterial diseases. This is the reason why it is usually recommended to people with weak immune system or those that fall sick frequently.
Hair care
Peppermint essential oil is very effective in removing dandruff and lice, it can also help to stimulate hair growth for those suffering from baldness and give the hair a shining look.
Improves Blood Circulation
Peppermint essential oil has a stimulating effect that increases blood circulation and pulse rate, this helps to oxygenate the body’s organ and improve metabolism. Hence, peppermint essential oil is used as a prevention against degenerative diseases like Alzheimer and dementia.
Enhancing peppermint oil benefits with blends,
| Eucalyptus | Rosemary |
| Lemon | Marjoram |
Caution
Before applying peppermint essential oil on your seek a doctor’s advice first or you can try the skin patch test and the result of the test will determine if you should abort its usage. Also using too much of peppermint essential oil can result in heartburn and allergic reactions.
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