| Medical Uses |
Common Cold, Cough, Bronchitis, fevers, Inflammation, of the mouth and
throat, Abdominal cramps, Nausea, morning sickness Peppermint
relieves minor nausea and is a good tonic/strengthener of the stomach when
it is lacking acid.
Caution: Peppermint increases acid levels in the stomach and may aggravate
ulcers. While Peppermint relieves stomach cramps in some, for others it
might cause stomach cramps. Usually, if Peppermint creates stomach problems
people will find relief by using Chamomile instead, and vice versa.
For chronic problems with the Gallbladder, Pharmacist Pahlow
recommends a tea preparation with the following combination of Herbs:
2 parts of Horehound,
1 part each of Peppermint leaves, Dandelion root and Wormwood herb. |