Mint Leaves

Peppermint is an aromatic herb in the mint family. Native to Europe and Asia, it has been used for thousands of years for its pleasant, peppery flavor and health benefits. Peppermint is used as a flavoring in breath mints, candies and other foods. Additionally, many people consume peppermint as a refreshing decaffeinated tea.

Peppermint can relieve digestive symptoms such as gas, bloating and indigestion. Peppermint oil has been shown to relax the muscles in your digestive system and improve various digestive symptoms. Therefore, peppermint tea may offer similar benefits. As peppermint acts as a muscle relaxant and pain reliever, it can reduce certain types of headaches.

There's a reason peppermint is a common flavoring for toothpaste, mouthwash, and chewing gum. In addition to its pleasant smell, peppermint has antibacterial properties that help destroy plaque-causing germs – which can improve your breath.

Peppermint has antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Because of this, peppermint tea can fight sinus congestion due to infections, the common cold, and allergies.

The peppermint oil found in peppermint tea has been shown to relieve fatigue and daytime sleepiness.

Because peppermint acts as a muscle relaxant, it can relieve menstrual cramps. Drinking peppermint tea can reduce the intensity and length of menstrual cramps, as peppermint helps prevent muscle spasms.

Peppermint has been shown to effectively kill bacteria. Studies confirm that peppermint effectively fights various types of bacteria, including those that cause food-borne illnesses as well as communicable diseases.

Peppermint tea is an ideal choice before bed as it does not contain caffeine. In addition, peppermint's ability as a muscle relaxant can help you relax before bed.

Peppermint tea is naturally calorie-free and has a pleasantly sweet taste, making it a smart choice when trying to lose weight. Peppermint contains rosmarinic acid, a plant compound found in rosemary and plants in the mint family. Rosmarinic acid is associated with reduced symptoms of allergic reactions such as stuffiness, itchy eyes and asthma.

Peppermint oil, found in peppermint tea, can help increase alertness and memory, which can improve concentration.

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