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Due to its versatility peppermint oil is one of the most commonly used essential oils. Peppermint itself is a hybrid mint that is a cross between water mint and spearmint.
Its health benefits were discovered centuries ago, and has been used as a medicine ever since. One reason is peppermint oil contains a high amount of menthol, which creates the cooling and refreshing sensation peppermint oil gives.
In addition to its medicinal uses, peppermint has a strong and fresh aroma, as well as a very definitive taste, which makes it a very popular ingredient in recipes. From adding it to your tea to using in your cooking, peppermint oil is something you should have handy in your kitchen at all times!
Peppermint oil is a highly concentrated and intense essential oil. When compared to other similar essential oils, peppermint oil is one of the strongest.
The uses of peppermint oil are numerous.
Peppermint oil has numerous health benefits, but it can also be used for other natural remedies as well. Below are 10 reasons why everybody should include peppermint oil in their everyday life.
Peppermint oil repels bugs and spiders
Spiders taste buds are on the tips of their legs and those taste buds are very sensitive to specific scents. One scent spiders hate is peppermint.
This means peppermint oil can be very helpful when it comes to keeping spiders away. Spiders are not the only insect to despise this oil; it has the same effect on other bugs as well.
All you need to do is pour 1 2/3 cups of witch hazel into an empty bottle and add 50 drops of peppermint essential oil. Then mix well by shaking and pour the mixture into a spray bottle. Finally, spray areas where spiders, and other insects, appear.
Peppermint oil can increase concentration and alertness
According to research, peppermint candies can significantly improve performance during testing, especially when combined with good sleep and a good diet. Now, candy is not the healthiest way (unless you make your own!) to get this benefit, but there are other, healthier alternatives to enjoy to get the same results.
The smell of peppermint improves performance and increases your focus and alertness. The fastest and best way to get this effect is to put the bottle of essential oil under your nose and smell the oil. This works much like a smelling salt, but with a more pleasant smell!
Peppermint oil relieves headache
As already mentioned, peppermint oil contains a very high amount of menthol.
Menthol is proven to help relax and ease tension headaches, as well as muscular aches and pains.
For this purpose you need to rub a few drops of peppermint essential oil on your temples, your forehead, your sinuses, and on the back of your neck.
Caution: be very careful around your eyes and do not let the oil get too close to it.
The menthol should help relax your muscles and relieve tension in your neck and head to reduce and eliminate your headache.
Peppermint oil can relieve muscle, joint and nerve pain
Peppermint oil can heal muscle pain by adding it to your bath. When combined with Epson salt you can get a better, more relaxed result. This makes for a very relaxing evening! Peppermint oil also helps relieve pain associated with arthritis and rheumatism.
Peppermint oil can also be used as a massaging oil to help relax muscles and decrease any pain or soreness. The best way is to add a few drops to the massaging oil as you rub it into your skin.
Peppermint oil effectively relieves sinus congestion
In order to relieve sinus congestion you can use peppermint oil as a steam inhalation. Add a few drops of peppermint oil into boiling water.
What you need to do next is put a towel over your head and bend over the pot breathing in the steam. Caution: be careful not to get too close to the steam.
This process will provide a cooling action and increase air flow through your nose to help relieve your sinus congestion.
Peppermint oil is a very good flavor booster
For this purpose you need to use food-grade peppermint oil, since some types are not for consumption. You can add it into tea, coffee or even desserts. Green tea with peppermint oil is a great way to increase your energy, boost your metabolism and give you a nice soothing, minty drink at the same time!
Peppermint oil can freshen your breath
This is one of the most common uses of peppermint oil. Combine a few drops of peppermint oil with 1 ounce of water and place it into a small spray bottle. Spray the liquid into your mouth to freshen your breath. You can also use it to rinse your mouth out for 30 seconds too. This acts as your natural breath mint or natural mouthwash!
Peppermint oil can make a good aromatherapy bath
Peppermint oil has relaxing properties. This makes it a very good stimulating agent and can revitalize your body. As mentioned above, combining it with Epsom salt can help relieve muscle pain, but even if you do not have muscle pain it is a great way to relax! Adding peppermint oil to a warm bath can help sooth your body and relax your mind. Peppermint oil mixed into your bath helps relieve tension from your body!
Peppermint oil can alleviate symptoms of motion sickness and nausea
Put a few drops of peppermint oil on the end of your tongue, behind your ears and/or on your abdomen. Caution: make sure you are using a peppermint oil that is safe for consumption and avoid using this technique while pregnant.
Peppermint oil can improve digestion
Peppermint oil is one of the oldest and most commonly used herbs for improving digestion. You can add a few drops of it to your herbal tea or to a cup of water.