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Spearmint

Spearmint

Botanical name: Mentha Spicata
Botanical family: Labiatae

Note: Top

Part of plant used: Leaves and flowering tops

Origin: Best cultivated in England, Asia and USA.

Description: Minty and sweet smelling.

History: Introduced to Britain by the early Romans, Spearmint was then later used for oral hygiene. Known as an aphrodisiac by the ancient Greeks.

Properties and Indications:

  • Can ease headaches
  • Helpful for diarrhea and flatulence as well as constipation
  • Relieves nausea and vomiting
  • Useful for those prone to car or sea sickness
  • Helpful in childbirth
  • Good for bad breath and sore gums
  • Emmenagogue – helpful for heavy periods
  • Stimulant for the appetite
  • Uplifting and helps to clear the mind

Contra-indications:

  • Do not use in pregnancy
  • Avoid use on sensitive skin

Blending:

  • Basil, Grapefruit, Lavender, Rosemary

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