Description
Peppermint has been used throughout history.
Mint has been used since ancient Greece, where it was found to have a beneficial effect on digestive problems, coughs, and respiratory problems.
Japanese peppermint oil is extracted from the plant and has become a popular remedy in the treatment of a number of conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, headache and gastritis.
Peppermint flavor is also used as a flavoring in many products such as mouthwash, toothpaste, and other remedies for stomach upset. Menthol is extracted from peppermint, and is also often used for headaches and muscle pain.
Properties
Peppermint consists of several active ingredients such as menthol, menthone, cineole. Tests conducted in laboratories have shown that peppermint oil causes the smooth muscles found in the digestive tract to relax.
During a massage at the Health & Sports Clinic, you will encounter therapists who choose to massage with almond oil to which peppermint oil has been added.
