Peppermint is one of the oldest medicinal plants which have references in historical sources, was used by ancient civilizations (Greeks, Romans, Egyptians) in medicine and recipes as well.
Over time, the mint has developed hybrids, which is why now is found in the wild from Europe to North America and Australia. In 1879 the British Medical Journal said that menthol acts to relieve headaches and pains. Thus fashion market required the emergence and development of businesses that use flavorings and essential oils, especially the production of scented candles.
Mentha piperita plant name comes from a legend about Myntha nymph that had transformed into a plant and the second latin word associated with pepper - the smell is pungent and aromatic and it's released when the plant is crushed.
Peppermint essential oil is extracted from whole plants, just before bloom, by steam distillation. It can be used fresh or dried plant part and as we talk about alcohol chemical composition (the main component is menthol), tannins and flavonoids, bitter principle, oleanolic acid and ketones.
Because of the chemical structure, the action of peppermint essential oil is manifested in several directions: tonic, bactericide, fungicide, analgesic and anti-inflammatory, stimulates periferic microcirculation. On the respiratory has beneficial effects as an expectorant, indicated in coughing crysis. Has decongestant and antispasmodic properties, very useful when talking with asthma, sinusitis, bronchitis, flu.
On the emotional, essential oil of peppermint is a stimulant, the flavour removes fatigue, shock, mental blur and help the concentration.
But be kept in mind that, although it has the therapeutic effects of steam inhalation (talking about aromatherapy), pregnant women and children under 1 year should be protected from overdose!
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Data are presented as a guide. We refer strictly to the therapeutic action which essential oils have in aromatherapy, any other uses requiring a specialty or a medical consultation.
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