Key Active Components
The compounds behind the effects.
Menthol
Menthone
Menthyl acetate
Traditionally Used For
Common ailments addressed by this herb.
Nasal Congestion
Sore Throat
Sinusitis
Common Cold
Cough
Headache
Peppermint
Mentha piperita
History & Traditional Use
Peppermint is a hybrid mint, a cross between watermint and spearmint. It has been used for thousands of years in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome for its digestive and respiratory benefits. Its cooling sensation made it a favorite for soothing sore throats and clearing sinuses.
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