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Peppermint Essential Oil

Mentha Piperita





Peppermint essential oil has a strong, clean, fresh and minty aroma. Peppermint is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. It may also restore digestive efficiency.

Jean Valnet M.D. studied pure peppermint oil's supportive effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched its role in improving taste and smell when inhaled.

Dr. William N. Dember (1928-2006) - of the University of Cincinnati - studied peppermint oil's ability to improve concentration and mental sharpness.

Alan Hirsch M.D. studied peppermint oil's ability to directly affect the brain's satiety center, which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals.

As you can see, the benefits of peppermint oil are far reaching. If you know of some other uses or have a tip or a recipe to share that uses peppermint oil please share it!




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Uses Of Peppermint Oil

Peppermint oil is used for:

  • Rheumatism and Arthritis

  • Respiratory infections

  • Obesity

  • Viral infections

  • Skin conditions i.e. itchy skin, varicose veins, etc.





    • Natural Pregnancy Tips from Alisha And Florence


    We have used peppermint essential oil for headaches and as a fever reducer.

    For headaches, we use it neat on the forehead. We also use it neat - on the sole of the feet - for fevers (even on our babies).

    However, we would only use peppermint oil neat with Young Living therapeutic grade essential oils. They were recommended to us by a therapist who said that these oils were the only ones she could use neat on people that did not cause skin - or other - reactions. This has proven to be true for us as well.

    Florence ~ I make "Peppermint Water" when my children have a fever:
    Water, honey and 3 drops of Young Living Peppermint Oil.
    The kids really like it and it makes a great fever reducer without harming their bodies - unlike pharmaceutical drugs which delay the healing process.







    Benefits of Peppermint Oil: Applications

  • Dilute 1 part essential oil to 2 parts oil
    • Apply on abdomen (for stomach upset) and temple (for headache or fever)

  • Diffuse

  • Inhale

  • Take as dietary supplement






    • Safety Data For Peppermint Essential Oil

  • GRAS - generally regarded as safe

  • Food additive

  • Dietary supplement

  • Can cause skin irritation

  • Use with caution if dealing with high blood pressure

  • Use with caution on children younger than five









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    These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
    Sources: Essential Oils Desk Reference and Young Living





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