Botanical Name:
Mentha piperita
Family:
Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Country:
USA
Parts Used:
Leaves & Flowering tops/Steam distillation
Biochemical Class:
Alcohol, Ketone
Fragrance:
Sharp, piercing, hot, sweet, minty
Perfume Note:
Top
Characteristics:
Refreshing, invigorating, clears the head
Properties:
Analgesic, antibacterial, antiemetic, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory (respiratory/ intestinal/urinary), antipyretic, antispasmodic, antiviral, carminative, decongestant, digestive stimulant, expectorant, hepatic stimulant, hypertensive, insect repellent, mucolytic, tonic (nervous/uterus)
Indications/Uses
Cardio-Vascular:
Hypotension, low white blood count
Digestive:
Gingivitis, colic, gastrointestinal smooth muscle cramping, colds, flu, fevers, mouth ulcers, indigestion, dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea, morning sickness, diarrhea, ulcers, gall stones, sluggish liver/pancreas, viral hepatitis, lowered bile secretion, H. pylori, Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Endocrine:
Genito-Urinary:
Painful menses, cramping
Immune:
Cholera, yellow fever, colds, flu, fever, sluggish lymphatics
Integumentary:
Acne, dermatitis, ringworm, scabies, constricted capillaries, itching
Muscular-Skeletal:
Neuralgia, sciatica, arthritis, rheumatism, muscular aches/pains
Nervous:
Headache, migraine, stress, vertigo, neuralgia, sciatica
Respiratory:
Bronchitis, rhinitis, otitis, sinusitis, dry/spasmodic cough, excess mucus
Emotional:
Poor memory, mental fatigue, lack of concentration, lethargy
Chakra:
Crown #7, Sacral #2, Brow #6
Usage Notes
Method of Use:
Inhalation, massage, compress, morning bath, sauna
Cautions:
Avoid use on or near infants, G6PD deficiency, cardiac fibrillation, (oral) - epilepsy, fever, mucous membrane irritant, can irritate sensitive skin, do not use with homeopathic treatment, use in moderation
