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What ailments does the esential oil of peppermint treat?
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When inhaled, the oil can reduce fever, relieve nausea and vomiting, improve digestion, and soothe the respiratory system.
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∙ 13y agoPoor Digestion, Circulation, Headaches, Nausea/Vomiting, Colon Disorders, Colds/Flu, Fever, Respiratory Problems in a few drops in a glass of water,and as an air-freshener .
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Who has peppermint oil?
GNC probably carries peppermint oil.
How was lemongrass oil used in ancient times?
It was used for aromatherapy to treat common cold and related ailments.
Is mint a medicinal plant?
Peppermint - used in oil form in aromatherapy to treat nausea and vertigo. Peppermint - used in dried leaf form (tea) to treat upset stomach, particularly in children. Catnip - used in dried leaf form (tea) to treat "nerves" and insomnia.
Does Walmart sell peppermint oil?
Walmart sells peppermint oil for baking, peppermint oil softgels, and peppermint extract. See the related links for the product listings on Walmart.com.
How much peppermint oil should you put in the bath?
Peppermint is not recommended as a bath oil. The peppermint essential oil can cause stinging, or dermatitis. When peppermint essential oil is included in mixtures intended for topical use it is drastically diluted with an inert carrier oil.
What is the chemical formula for peppermint?
The chemical formula for peppermint is exactly C10H20O1
Which works better for mice peppermint extract or oil?
It appears that peppermint oil, not peppermint extract, works better to get rid of mice. This is because the extract contains more alcohol than peppermint oil, so it will not be as strong as the oil itself.
Is the plant peppermint be use as a repellant for mosquitoes?
Probably not very effectively. The ingredient that makes Peppermint have its distinct flavor is menthol, which has local anesthetic and counterirritant properties. Because of this, it would probably provide more effective relief to the bites from mosquitoes. I don't believe any significant studies have been made into the matter of repelling mosquitoes using Peppermint.
Is peppermint oil poisonous to dogs?
Yes. Spearmint and peppermint are not.
What do you do if you get peppermint oil on skin?
Actually peppermint oil won't hurt the skin(unless you have very sensitive skin), people use peppermint oil in spas so you should be okay if a little peppermint oil gets on your skin or you could simply wash it off.
Which essential oil is used to get rid of a migraine?
Peppermint oil is one of the most commonly used essential oils to treat headaches and migraine attacks. Check out
Is peppermint oil and peppermint extract the same?
Yes you can its 1/4 a tsp of oil for 1 tsp of extract
