For some years, it is common to resort to plants to prevent and treat various types of diseases. These are usually ingested through a tea or an infusion, Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it is used repeatedly to regulate cholesterol and sugar levels in the blood.
The health, beauty and personal care portal your healthe mentions the benefits of peppermint tea; one of the most used and recommended plants in naturopathic medicine. Typically, this herb is used to treat digestive problems, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting; In addition, thanks to its calming properties and effects, it is used to reduce stress, depression and anxiety.
Benefits of peppermint tea
Before consuming this drink, it is recommended to have the approval of a health professional; In addition, it is important to mention that this infusion or tea does not replace any of the medications that are formulated to treat the conditions that will be mentioned below:
- Relieves digestive problems: This plant contains a component called carvone, it has an antispasmodic action; that is, it has calming effects that reduce colic that is generated in the digestive tract, thus reducing bloating and gas. It is also frequently used to calm nausea, vomiting, and heartburn caused by gastritis.
- Reduces pain: This herb is also used in the form of oil to relieve stomach pain or is also applied to the abdomen to reduce menstrual cramps. Also, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, this ointment is applied to the temples to reduce headaches.
- Balances hormones in women: Some studies mentioned by the media indicate that the intake of this drink regulates hormonal levels in women; especially in those who suffer from polycystic ovary.
- Relieves cracked nipples nursing product: a study of University of Medical Sciences from Iran, claims that peppermint water reduces soreness and cracks in the nipples caused by breastfeeding. The idea is to moisten a cotton ball with the mixture and then place it on top of the nipples and let the product act for 5 minutes, following the procedure you have to rinse the area or before feeding the baby once more.
How to prepare peppermint tea
- To prepare this drink, place 3 tablespoons of dried mint leaves in 250 ml of boiling water.
- Then, the mixture should be covered for 5 minutes, strain and drink 2 to 4 times a day. Alternatively, use can be made of the fresh leaves removed from the plant.
