Peppermint (Mentha Piperita)

Summary

Cooling mint herb with antispasmodic properties; relieves digestive discomfort, IBS symptoms, and nausea.

Indications

• irritable bowel syndrome
• digestive discomfort
• nausea
• muscle pain
• headache

Contraindications

• GERD (may worsen reflux)
• children under 6

Preparations

• oil
• tea
• tincture
• capsule

Body Systems Affected

• digestive
• nervous
• musculoskeletal

Treats These Ailments

Conditions listed as treatable by this remedy:

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  Functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits (diarrhea or constipation).

Sources

• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3198144/ (PMC - Peppermint for IBS)