Essential Oils: Peppermint essential oil

0.5 fl. oz. (15 ml)

Excerpts from Reference Guide for Essential Oils

Historical Uses:

For centuries, peppermint (Mentha piperita) has been used to soothe digestive difficulties, freshen breath, and relieve colic, gas, headaches, heartburn, and indigestion.

Other Possible Uses:

Oral Use as Dietary Supplement:

Generally regarded as safe (GRAS) for internal consumption by the FDA. Dilute one drop in 1 tsp. honey (raw is best) or 4 oz. of beverage (your choice). Not for children under 6 years old; use with caution and in greater dilution for children 6 years old and older.

From Our Reading and/or Experience...

• Peppermint is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Massage on the stomach or add to water or tea for supporting normal digestion.
• Apply to bottom of feet to cool off on a hot day.
• Rub on temples for a calming effect, or place several drops on the tongue as an invigorating pick-me-up.
• A wonderful flavoring and preservative.
• This oil can be Diffused.
• Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, or sensitive skin areas. Do not apply neat (undiluted) to a fresh wound or burn.
• Jean Valnet, M.D., studied peppermint's effect on the liver and respiratory systems.
• Other scientists have also researched peppermint's role in affecting impaired taste and smell when inhaled.
• Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint's ability to improve concentration and mental accuracy.
• Alan Hirsch, M.D., studied peppermint's ability to directly affect the brain's satiety center, which triggers a sense of fullness after meals.
• Frequently Asked Questions about essential oils.
• Not all essential oils are the same. This is not like other brands of peppermint essential oil that you may find at health food stores. This is therapeutic-grade which is more effective and suitable for internal use.

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