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Long used in healing and purification workings. Its presence raises the vibrations of an area and increases psychic ability. When placed beneath one's pillow it sometimes offers glimpses of the future in dreams. Rub against furniture, walls and floors to cleanse them of negativity. Very good when prepared as a tea for stomach ailments.
Scientific Name: Mentha piperita
Labiatae
AKA: Peppermint
Parts Used: aerial parts, essential oil
Active Compounds:flavonoids, phenolic acids, triterpenes, volatile oil
Background: Peppermint has been used for centuries. It was found in Egyptian pyramids that were as old as 1000 B.C. and it was also used by ancient Romans and the Greeks. Peppermint is used for many conditions, but is most well known for its effect on the digestive system.
Applications:Carminative/antiseptic/antispasmodic/sweat stimulant/digestive
Peppermint is primarily used to treat ailments of the digestive system.
Digestive System: Peppermint is used to treat gas, indigestion, colic, and cramps. It can be used to help increase the production of digestive juices and bile. It releives diarrhea and constipation as well.
Infection: The essential oil can be diluted and applied to the chest to work as an inhalant for respiratory ailments. It can also help treat digestive infections.
Pain relief: Pepperimint can be used to treat pain and sensitivity of the skin. It can also be used to treat migraine headaches and other headaches.
Description:
Pepperimint is an annual herb that has a very strong scent. It is not known where peppermint originated, but it can be found wrodlwide. The aerial parts are collected in the sumer before the plant flowers.
Dosage:
As a tincture, take as prescribed for digestive problems.
As an infusion, drink 1 cup after meals.
As a lotion, apply to skin irritation.
Essentail oil can be diluted and dabbed on the temples for headache or applied to the chest for respiratory infections.
Capsules may be prescribed to treat irritable bowel syndrome.
Smoking: Peppermint is a wonderful additive when mixing your favorite herbs, as a tea or smoked all by its self.
Safety:
Children under 5 should not take peppermint. Do not take essential oil internally unless supervised by a health care professional. Essential oil should not be used at all for children under 12. Consult your health care provider before beginning use of any herb.
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