Nutritional Guide

Why you need it?

Peppermint oil has been a popular traditional remedy for indigestion and colic. Modern research has confirmed the antispasmodic effect of the herb on smooth muscles such as that of the digestive system.

Functions: Antispasmodic, carminative, anti-emetic, diaphoretic.

Parts Used:

Distilled oil.

Constituents:

Volatile oils composed mainly of menthol, menthone, menthyl acetate and piperitone.

Precautions

GRAS - Generally recognized as safe. No adverse reactions, side effects or overdose symptoms expected when taken within the recommended amounts.

• The safety or otherwise of the use of Peppermint Oil during pregnancy or lactation has not been determined.
• Inhalation of Peppermint oil is effective against excessive respiratory mucus. Avoid prolonged use of inhalants of the oil which must never be used for babies.

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