Peppermint is commonly used to treat digestive ailments like excess gas, nausea, indigestion, vomiting, stomach cramps and motion-sickness. Peppermint massage lotion rubbed on and around the belly button will help to sooth a sour stomach. To make your own, mix a few drops of peppermint essential oil with two tablespoons of vegetable oil.
The most popular brand of mouthwash uses peppermint as a basic ingredient to freshen the breath and rid the mouth of germs and bacteria. Because of its antiseptic qualities, peppermint essential oil makes a powerful mouth rinse when combined with lemon and distilled water.
Massage a drop of peppermint oil into your temples to relieve headache symptoms. Take a few minutes to sit back, close your eyes and relax to let the peppermint do its work. Not only will the headache symptoms go away, you'll feel fresh and re-energized as well.
Peppermint helps reduce swelling and inflammation in the joints and muscles. A muscle rub made with a few drops of peppermint, lavender and rosemary essential oils will soothe painful areas when you have exercised too much.
Peppermint sharpens the mind and increases concentration and memory. It's great for use when studying for an exam or reading. Instead of grabbing a high energy drink, spritz yourself and the room you're in with a peppermint spray. You'll revive in no time and will be able to return to your studies with gusto!
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Sweet! Have long used peppermint in my natural healing regime. HI5
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