2007-03-28 04:38:02 · 4 answers · asked by Zebedeesnose 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Mostly harmless! No health benefits at all.
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2007-03-28 07:44:02 · answer #1 · answered by Dr Frank 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Peppermint has long been known for both its great taste and its soothing medicinal properties. Many people use peppermint leaves, brewed in tea for example, to soothe stomach ailments and other mild illnesses. Fresh peppermint and peppermint leaves have long been used for these purposes, both in traditional medicine and in modern terms.
Traditional uses of peppermint
Peppermint teas, made from fresh peppermint leaves, have been popular preparations for many years, and they continue to be used today.
In addition to soothing the digestive tract and limiting indigestion, peppermint leaves have been shown to help alleviate the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Fresh peppermint and peppermint leaves have long been used to treat stomach conditions like IBS.
Other uses of peppermint
Peppermint has also been shown to retard the growth of many varieties of bacteria and fungi. It's thought to help relieve symptoms of allergies and asthma as well.
2007-03-28 11:44:39 · answer #2 · answered by redunicorn 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Very good for your tum and digestion - never heard that aout the hair before
2007-03-28 11:40:14 · answer #3 · answered by loulou 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i don't believe there are any drawbacks
2007-03-28 11:40:03 · answer #4 · answered by charles h 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋