History and Usage:

Peppermint Oil is useful for alleviating digestive upsets. Used topically or internally, peppermint (Mentha piperita) relieves many ailments like bloating, gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, motion sickness, cramps and others.

Peppermint soothes the gastrointestinal tract by relaxing the muscles in the intestinal wall. Additionally, by increasing the flow of saliva in the mouth, it encourages swallowing and thus improves the appetite. Peppermint is also useful in reducing or eliminating muscle spasms associated with endoscopy, colonoscopy and barium enemas.

When used as a tea, the antibacterial properties of peppermint aid in relieving respiratory conditions like colds and infections in the lungs.

Label Information and Ingredients:

Supplemental Facts Ingredients Per Serving % DV Peppermint Oil (Mentha piperita) 0 * * Daily Value Not Established Other Ingredients: 100% pure peppermint oil

Caution: Concentrated. Not for internal use. Keep out of reach of children.

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