Peppermint

We flavor our toothpastes, chewing gums, and breath fresheners with Mint’s fresh and cooling fragrance. There are over 600 varieties of Mint all have a square stem, opposite facing leaves, with jagged or serrated edges and a terminal flower. The species name Mentha comes from Roman Mythology. Minthe was a lovely young nymph who caught the eye of Pluto, the ruler of the underworld. When Pluto's wife Persephone found out about his love for the beautiful nymph, she was enraged. She changed Minthe into a lowly plant, to be trodden underfoot. Pluto couldn't reverse Persephone's curse, but he did soften the spell somewhat by making the smell that Minthe gave off all the sweeter when she was tread upon.

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What is Peppermint Used For?

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Traditional Health Benefits of Peppermint

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What is Peppermint Used For?

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Traditional Health Benefits of Peppermint

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This information in our Herbal Reference Guide is intended only as a general reference for further exploration, and is not a replacement for professional health advice. This content does not provide dosage information, format recommendations, toxicity levels, or possible interactions with prescription drugs. Accordingly, this information should be used only under the direct supervision of a qualified health practitioner such as a naturopathic physician.