Peppermint

Latin name: Mentha piperita

Native to: Europe and the Middle East. Peppermint has a history of use that began in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome.

Benefits: Adds flavor, supports normal blood circulation, relaxes nerves, aids in digestion, and helps clear the lungs and respiratory passages.

Peppermint can serve as a strong purifying agent that can restore and rejuvenate both, the mind and body. It is known for its possible healing properties and help ensure easy breathing by clearing the lungs and respiratory passages.

Oral use of peppermint products may have adverse effects when used with iron supplements, cyclosporine, medicines for heart conditions or high blood pressure, or medicines to decrease stomach acid.

The leaf of this plant consists of up to 70% menthol and menthols esters. 

Herbal Flower Blend: Serene and R & R