By Shireen Jamooji
Peppermint has long been regarded as a medicinal herb and when brewed in water, can be made into a delicious tea. Aside from being warm and soothing, Peppermint Tea has a lot of potential benefits, here are just a few.
It is a powerful digestive aid and can help to soothe upset stomachs with its compound essential oils such as menthol, menthone and limonene.
Drinking a cup of peppermint tea could help to ease IBS symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating and cramping.
Besides boosting mental alertness, mint tea's refreshing and stimulating effects may also help to boost concentration
The soothing compounds found in mint leaves and the menthol aroma might also help reduce the severity of period cramps and headaches.
Mint has always been a key part of most toothpastes, but drinking mint tea can also help reduce odour-causing bacteria in the mouth.
The compounds found in peppermint oil have antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties that could be beneficial to the immune system.
Mint tea is a naturally caffeine free herbal tea. Many find it a great alternative to drinking caffeinated hot drinks such as coffee and black tea
A great hydrating alternative to sugar-laden soft drinks, colas and fruit juices is mint tea, with its subtle natural sweetness and uplifting aroma.
An interesting compound found in peppermint is rosmarinic acid, which acts to reduce symptoms of reactions to seasonal allergies.