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Post by SAR01 on Dec 10, 2017 20:53:50 GMT -5
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Post by SAR01 on Mar 14, 2019 13:02:50 GMT -5
Surprisingly, peppermint is a cross between water mint and spearmint. The often familiar taste and smell comes from inside the plant it. It's been dated back thousands of years as a very popular medicines by the Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians. Even to this day peppermint is used for medicinal purposes and much more. Until we meet again, Katie Questions? Comments? Email me at:katie@gophercentral.com *-- Fun Facts About Peppermint --* Any one can benefit from a cup of peppermint after dinner to aid digestion. Peppermint has long been thought to have a calming effect that can help to relieve stress and settle the mind before sleep. Peppermints active ingredient is menthol. There are small studies that show it can help with migraine headaches. Applying peppermint oil to your forehead and temples can also help with tension headaches. It helps fight food-borne bacteria. Scientists tested peppermint oil on bacteria like E. coli, listeria, and salmonella. They found that it can stop all three from growing. It can also kill Staphylococcus aureus, a bacteria that causes skin infections, pneumonia, meningitis, and more. In a small study, capsules of peppermint oil helped people process problems longer without getting mentally tired. The herb's sharp smell may also boost your memory and keep you extra alert.
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