16 Impressive Health Benefits and Uses of Mint leaves and Peppermint Oils for Hair, Skin & Weight video.

16 Impressive Health Benefits and Uses of Mint leaves and Peppermint Oils for Hair, Skin & Weight Natural Health Remedies
16 Impressive Health Benefits and Uses of Mint leaves and Peppermint Oils for Hair, Skin & Weight Mint (Mentha) is a popular herb and a well-known mouth freshener that has been used for hundreds of years for its medicinal properties. [1] It has more than two dozen species and hundreds of varieties which also include peppermint and spearmint. It can be used in many culinary preparations in its fresh or dried form. Also, there are many products available in the market, with a distinct minty flavor. Things such as toothpaste, shaving gels, chewing gums, breath fresheners, candies, teas, balms, oils, and inhalers with a mint flavor are the most used. [2] Due to its fresh taste, the mint extract is popularly paired with cakes, cookies, nutrition supplements, sugar-free products, and energy bars. Mint fragrance oil is used ice-creams and chocolates. Mint syrup is used in alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Apart from these different types of mint are used to prepare various oils such as peppermint oil and spearmint essential oil that provide many uses and benefits. 1. May Mask Bad Breath Mint-flavored chewing gum and breath mints are some of the first things people reach for when trying to prevent or get rid of bad breath. Experts agree that most of these products can mask foul-smelling breath for a few hours. However, they only cover up bad breath and don’t reduce the bacteria or other compounds causing bad breath in the first place On the other hand, drinking peppermint tea and chewing on fresh leaves may be able to both mask bad breath and kill bacteria, as test-tube studies have highlighted the antibacterial effects of peppermint oil 2Cure Allergies & Hay Fever Seasonal allergies and hay fever (also known as rhinitis) affect millions of people around the world. Extracts of mint leaves have been shown to inhibit the release of certain chemicals, which aggravate severe nasal symptoms associated with hay fever and seasonal allergies. 3 Skin Care While mint oil is a good antiseptic and an anti itch compound, the juice obtained from the leaves is an excellent skin cleanser. It soothes the skin and helps cure infections and itchiness. In addition to being a good way to reduce pimples, it can even relieve some of the symptoms of acne. Its anti-itch properties can be used for treating bug and insect bites like those of mosquitoes, honeybees, hornets, and wasps. [6] The cooling sensation will relieve you from irritation and the constant urge to scratch, and the anti-inflammatory nature will bring down the swelling. Its oil is often a basic component of bug repellents like citronella candles because the strong aroma is unappealing to most insects. 4 Weight Loss Mint leaves help in your efforts to lose weight in a healthy way. A study published in 2003 suggests that it helps stimulate the digestive enzymes that absorb nutrients from food and consume fat and turn it into usable energy. [7] If you switch from drinking soda or sweetened beverage to drinking sugar-free mint tea, it may help you lose weight due to reduced calorie intake. A 12 oz mint tea that has no added sugar has zero calories while a 12 oz soda has 150 calories. 5 Prevent Memory Loss A study was conducted by Cardiff University, on the effect of chewing gum on stress, alertness, and cognition. [8] It found that people who frequently used chewing gum, in which the major active ingredient is mint, had higher levels of memory retention and mental alertness than those who did not. The stimulant qualities of this herb, once again, have shown yet another reason to pop that stick of gum in your mouth or chew some leaves when you’re feeling anything less than brilliant. 6 Reduce Depression & Fatigue Mint is a natural stimulant and the smell alone can be enough to charge your energy and get your brain functioning at a higher level again. A research done in 2014 states that including it in your diet is a great option if you are feeling sluggish, anxious, depressed or simply exhausted, the herbal leaves and its essential oil can help. 7 Treat Nausea Mint leaves, especially freshly crushed ones, help you deal with nausea and headache. The strong and refreshing aroma is a quick and effective remedy for nausea. Use mint oil or any other product having a mint flavor and your stomach issues will be alleviated. In fact, many people keep menthol oil or mint-flavored products on hand to avoid nausea. 8. Improves Dental Health Cosmetic manufacturers incorporate mint in various oral care products because of its benefits to dental health. Chewing on mint leaves is helpful in alleviating pain caused by toothaches. Mint has antiseptic properties that treat infections as well as a chemical called chlorhexidine; a potent anti-microbial compound which prevents bacteria that cause tooth decay and bad breath. Many teeth whitening products also contain mint as one of their primary ingredients. 9. It's got immune-boosting benefits. In addition to its antioxidant

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