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Peppermint (Mentha piperita) has a strong, clean, fresh, minty aroma. One of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion, it may also restore digestive efficiency.* Jean Valnet MD studied peppermint's supportive effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched peppermint's role in improving taste and smell when inhaled. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint's ability to improve concentration and mental sharpness. Alan Hirsch MD studied peppermint's ability to directly affect the brain's satiety center, which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals. This powerful essential oil is often diluted before topical application. Peppermint may also be used to enhance the flavor of food and water.
Our peppermint essential oil comes from the most potent plants around the globe—some is even grown on Young Living farms—and is tested to ensure proper levels of menthol and menthone are in every bottle. But there's more to Young Living Therapeutic Grade™ peppermint than just finding the best plants. The secret is in expert harvesting practices. Peppermint is harvested when the field's overall appearance goes from light to dark green. The growers make sure the plant has just started to bloom before the peppermint is cut, and then water is carefully measured prior to distillation to ensure the most potent constituents are steam-extracted. Peppermint has an approximate ORAC of 373,455 (TE/L). TE/L is expressed as micromole Trolox equivalent per liter.
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For dietary, aromatic, or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat's or rice milk.
Young Living's peppermint is a must-have for every home and is the ideal essential oil for pampering! Whether you want to experience the cooling sensation of menthol on overworked muscles, enjoy an invigorating foot scrub, or soothe an upset stomach, peppermint essential oil can help! Here are a few quick and easy ways to incorporate peppermint into your daily routine:
• Add a drop to herbal tea to help aid in digestion.
• Massage into abdomen, place a drop on the tip of the tongue or wrists, or inhale to soothe minor stomach discomfort associated with travel.
• Combine with lavender essential oil for a soothing and invigorating body, neck, or foot massage.
Caution:
Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician. Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use. Do not apply neat to a fresh wound or burn. Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.
* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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Here is a picture of giraffes at the St. Louis Zoo responding to an open bottle of peppermint. They were very attracted to this and could smell the aroma wafting in the air from quite a distance.
Before the bottle of peppermint essential oil was opened the giraffe was sitting in its area.
 As soon as the bottle was opened, the giraffe jumped up and moved towards the aroma.
 Then the other two giraffes came out from inside and they were all craning their necks around to locate the source of the aroma.
They were all enlivened and excited by the Peppermint!!!! |
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A cyber-stroll through the National Library of Medicine (PubMed) turns up just under one hundred abstracts of scientific studies on peppermint essential oil. These studies resulted in fascinating conclusions about this remarkable oil.
Peppermint oil applied topically for tension-type headaches was studied in a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study at Christian Albrechts University in Germany (Badia et al., 1990). The conclusion? "Peppermint oil seems to be a harmless and effective treatment for tension-type headaches."
University of Kiel researchers also found that peppermintoil and a mixture of peppermint and eucalyptusoil reduced headaches. (Ref. 1 - References are at the end of this article) The same study showed peppermint to be effective in reducing emotional irritation,depression, and apathy (inactivity).
Research published in 2001 in the Journal of Sportand Exercise Psychology found that inhalation of peppermint increased athletic performance in humans. Volunteer runners finished the 400-metcr dash faster,had significant strength (determined by handgrip),and could complete more pushups after inhaling peppermint oil (Raudenbush, 2001).
Peppermint at School and at the Office Brainiacs take heart-peppermint is not just for the athletically inclined. A 2003 study conducted at Wheeling Jesuit University found that peppermint improved clerical productivity. (Ref. 2) Participants showed marked improvement in a card-sorting task as well as in typing accuracy and typing speed. The researchers concluded: "These results suggest peppermint odor may promote a general arousal of attention, so participants stay focused on their task and increase performance."
Glutathione Declines Reversed
A 2003 study published in the Journal of Radiation Research (Ref.3) found that ingesting peppermint oil reversed declines in glutathione caused by treatment with gamma radiation. Glutathione is the most important antioxidant and detoxification enzyme in the liver. In this study, peppermint essential oil reduced levels of oxidized (or rancid) fats in the tissues caused by radiation damage. (While you will not encounter this kind of radiation in normal life, the study showed that peppermint had antioxidant-protecting properties.) A 2004 follow-up study in Phytotherapy Research (Ref. 4) confirmed these findings.
Dyspeptic
The word "dyspeptic" covers a multitude of gastrointestinal complaints. Researchers at Epson General Hospital in England wrote: "Peppermint (Menthe
pepirita) is usually taken after a meal for its ability to reduce indigestion and colonic spasms by reducing the gastrolic reflex." (Ref. 5) But, they continued, "Less well recognized is peppermint's potential role in the management of numerous other medical conditions including certain procedures, eg, colonoscopy." At least two studies support this use of peppermint's innate ability to control spasms. (Ref. 6,7)
For a small child who may have a tummy ache, an expectant mom experiencing morning sickness, or a person with "non-ulcer dyspepsia," peppermint is a traditional help Researchers at the University of Exeter's Department of Complementary Medicine looked at seventeen clinical trials, including nine studies involving peppermint and caraway constituents of herbal medicine products, and reported that 60-95 percent of patients reported improvements in symptoms. (Ref. 8)
Does peppermint kill germs?
Absolutely (Ref. 9,10) Peppermint has antioxidant properties to boot. And peppermint has been tested for safety in one study which noted only "isolated clinical cases of irritation and/or sensitization" and concluded "peppermint oil was not a sensitizer when tested using maximization protocol." (Ref. 11)
Notes
1. Gobel H, et,al., "effect of peppermint and eucalyptus oil preparations on neurophysiological and experimental algesimetric headache parameters," Cephalagia. 1994 June; 14 (3):228-34; discussion 182.
2. Barker S, Raudenbush B, et al., "Improved performance on clerical tasks associated with administration of peppermint odor," Percept Mot Skills. 2003 Dec;97(3 Pt 1):1007-10.
3. Samarth RM, Kumar A, "Radioprotection of Swiss albino mice by plant extract Mentha piperita (Linn.)," J Radiat Res (Tokyo). 2003 Jun;44(2): 1 0 1-9.
4. Samarth RM, Goyal PK, Kumar A, "Protection of Swiss albino mice against whole-body gamma irradiation by Mentha piperita (Linn.)," Phytother Res. 2004 Jul; 18(7):546-50.
5. Spirling LI, Daniels IR, "Botanical perspectives on health peppermint: more than just an after-dinner mint," J R Soc Health. 2001 Mar;12 1(1):62-3.
6. Sparks MJ, et ai., "Does peppermint oil relieve spasm during barium enema?" Br J Rudiol. 1995 Aug;68(812):841-3.
7- Liu JH, et al., "Enteric-coated peppermint-oil capsules in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a prospective, randomized trial," J GastroenteroL 1997 Dec;32(6):765-8.
8. Thompson Coon J, Ernst E, "Systematic review: herbal medicinal products for non-ulcer dyspepsia," Ailment Pharmacol Ther. 2002 Oct; l6(lO): 1689-991
9. Mimica-Dukic N, et al,, "Antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of three Mentha specie essential oils," Planta Med 2003 May:69(5):413-9.
10. Schuhmacher A, et al., "Virucidal effect of peppermint oil on the enveloped viruses herpes simplex virus type 1 and type 2 in vitro," Phytomedicine. 2003; 10(6-7):504- 10.
11. Nair B, "Final report on the safety assessment of Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf, and Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Water," 2001;20 Suppl3:6 1-73. |
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Peppermint is very energizing. There are many ways to use it for energy. You can inhale it, drink it in water, rub a drop on your thumbs or big toes (brain points) or put a drop on your tongue. Another great thing about using peppermint oil for energy is that there is no calories and no carbs in a drop of peppermint. It is much healthier than the energy drinks out there.
Energizing technique: Put a drop on your tongue, then touch the tip of your tongue to the roof of your mouth, then suck air like you are sucking through a straw. That is soooo energizing. I love it.
Studies prove...Peppermint is also great for mental clarity. There have been studies on how people taking tests have much higher test scores after sniffing peppermint.
Rub 4-6 drops over stomach and around navel to relieve indigestion, flatulence, nausea, and diarrhea.
Add 1 drop to herbal tea to aid in digestion and relieve heartburn.
Massage 2 drops on an injury to reduce inflammation and pain. (Apply around an open wound if one is present.)
Rub on joints to relieve arthritis or tendonitis pain.
Rub 2 drops on bottoms of feet to reduce fever.
Place 1 drop on tongue and inhale into nose and sinuses to relieve congestion from a cold.
Place a drop on the tongue to stop bad breath.
Inhale before and during a workout to boost mood and reduce fatigue.
Place 2 drops on tongue and rub another drop under the nose to improve recall, alertness, and concentration or diffused in room.
Rub 4 drops on chest and stomach to relieve travel sickness.
Inhale fragrance to curb appetite and lessen impulse to overeat.
POISON IVY/POISON OAK: Apply 2-3 drops neat or diluted with V-6 Mixing Oil.
1C cold water
1C cider vinegar
9 drops Lavender
3 drops Peppermint
2 drops Roman Chamomile
Blend well. Place in plastic bowl with tight sealing lid. This blend is great to keep cool in your refrigerator. Soak a washcloth in this solution to gently apply to area of skin with the poison ivy. |
HEADACHE: Rub 1 drop on temples, forehead, over the sinuses (stay away from eyes), and on the back of neck.
HICCUPS: Apply 1 drop on each side of the fifth cervical vertebra (up three notches from the large vertebra at the base of the neck).
Add to food as a flavoring and a preservative.
To deter rats, mice, ants or cockroaches, place 2 drops on a cotton ball and place along the path or point of entry for these pests.
To kill aphids, add 4-5 drops to 4 ounces of water and spray plants.
Remove ticks by applying 1 drop on a cotton swab and swabbing the tick. Wait for it to unhedge its head and remove from your pet.
Mix 15 ml into a 5 gallon can of paint to dispel the fumes.
Personal Favorite: To relieve a headache, rub a drop on the temples, forehead, over the sinuses (stay away from the eyes) and on the back of the neck. |
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