An aromatic digestive stimulant.

Origin: Australia

Peppermint is one of the best digestive agents available. It's digestive action is to relax the visceral muscles, while stimulating digestive secretions. Additionally, it is a mild anaesthetic to the stomach wall. These actions make it useful in cases of colic, flatulence, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, morning sickness and travel sickness. It may also play a role in the treatment of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It is also a valuable remedy in cases of colds and flu, and treatment of fevers. Painful periods may also be eased by an infusion of peppermint.