Peppermint oil
Both in folk medicine and cooking, peppermint is relevant even these days. It is an herbaceous plant, a variety of the Lamiaceae family. The hybridization of wild varieties allowed us to develop a cultivated plant. Today, there are more than 50 varieties of mint available.
read more...Mint is consumed fresh on the territory of eastern countries, where the climate allows you to grow the plant all year round. In our latitudes, you can buy dried mint.
The medicinal plant is represented by ground dried mint leaves in gel or gelatin capsules that are convenient for taking. For aromatic baths, there are concentrated essential oils available.
Active ingredients of peppermint oil
The advantage of the mint leaf is its versatility. Also, the dried leaves do not lose useful properties, while retaining the vitamin complex. The composition includes:
Ingredient, additive and its effects 
- Vitamin A
it synthesizes protein, participates in the formation of bones and teeth, supports metabolic processes at the cellular level, and is useful for vision
- B vitamins (B1, B2, B6, B5)
regulate the metabolism, supports the overall tone of the body and the immune system
- Magnesium
it is necessary for the full functioning of the cardiovascular system
- Calcium
provides bone strength, prevents their fragility, the development of osteoporosis
- Zinc and copper
prevent the development of anemia
What to choose: tincture or tablets?
Uncontrolled intake of mint in tablets and capsules can negatively affect men's health, causing short-term sexual impotence. By correctly selecting the dosage, you can achieve exceptionally positive results. Useful properties of dried mint:
- it has a sedative effect, relieves emotional tension and excitement of the nervous system.
- it regulates the release of melatonin, which contributes to the normalization of sleep, the absence of insomnia.
- in liquid form, it is a bactericidal agent for applying to cuts, open wounds.
- it is used in lotions to relieve spasms during convulsions, exacerbation of arthritis.