Medicinal Uses for Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

Peppermint Topics

Peppermint leaves in a glass beaker with water in it, peppermint leaves beside it.

Side Effects of Peppermint & Dosage Guidelines

Peppermint is generally a very safe herb, but there are some situations such as pregnancy where caution is warranted. Learn the cautions and see dosage guidelines.

A bottle of peppermint essential oil with blooming peppermint twigs in the background.

Peppermint for Constipation - Not too Effective

Peppermint is good for irritable bowel syndrome but probably not for just constipation. Find out why you should go with other herbs in lieu of peppermint!
View Article

A bottle of essential oil with fresh peppermint leaves on a table.

Peppermint Oil for Hemorrhoids - Works in 3 Ways

Peppermint essential oil is probably a great choice if you have had bleeding hemorrhoids that itch. Peppermint oil is a capable wound healer and pain reliever, and also is anti-inflammatory.
View Article

Medicinal Uses for Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

Peppermint Topics

Side Effects of Peppermint & Dosage Guidelines

Health Condition Applications for Peppermint

Peppermint for Constipation - Not too Effective

Peppermint Oil for Hemorrhoids - Works in 3 Ways