Peppermint Oil

Summary

Cooling essential oil used for digestive complaints, headaches, and respiratory congestion.

Indications

• IBS
• nausea
• digestive discomfort
• headaches
• muscle pain
• nasal congestion

Contraindications

• GERD (may worsen reflux)
• infants and young children

Preparations

• diluted topical
• enteric-coated capsules
• inhalation

Body Systems Affected

• digestive
• respiratory
• nervous

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).