Spearmint Oil

Description

Spearmint Oil is extracted from Mentha Spicata (also known as Mentha viridis) of the Labiatae family. This herb is known for its distinct aroma. It is also a favorite in the culinary world, added to dishes and beverages or used as a garnish. Its also used to flavor desserts, candies and chocolates. The spearmint herb is steam-distilled to produce the essential oil and in this form it can provide a number of important health benefits.

Spearmint (Mentha spicata) has a minty, slightly fruity scent, softer than peppermint. A rich antioxidant, spearmint helps support the respiratory and nervous systems* and may help open and release emotional blocks leading to a sense of balance and well-being. Spearmint may also be used to enhance the flavor of food.
Benefits of Spearmint

Because of its potent antimicrobial nature, the use of spearmint essential oil can provide the following benefits:

• Because spearmint oil has antiseptic properties (due to the presence of menthol, myrcene, and caryophyllene), it can protect wounds and ulcers from infection and even help them heal faster.
• It can help treat sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), such as gonorrhea and syphilis.
• It can help treat internal wounds and infections in the stomach and intestines.
• Apart from this, spearmint oil can also Help relax nerves and muscle spasms due to its menthol content
• Lets excessive gas pass naturally from your stomach and intestines
• Cure headaches and stress-related neural problems
• Address menstrual problems, such as irregular periods, obstructed menses, and early menopause as it induces the secretion of the hormone estrogen
• Stimulate nerves and brain function, as well as blood circulation
• Treat common respiratory problems, such as colds, nasal congestion, asthma, and flu

Uses:

Aromatherapy Oil: Because of its menthol content, spearmint oil is often used in aromatherapy to help treat fatigue, headaches, migraines, nervousness, and even digestive problems.
Food ingredient: Oil of spearmint is sometimes added to baked goods, frozen dairy, meats, beverages, and chewing gum. Note, however, that you are better off consuming whole, raw foods than these processed ones.
Fragrance: This essential oil is added to certain types of perfume. It is commonly mixed with other herbs like jasmine, lavender, bergamot, and sandalwood.
Ingredient in pharmaceutical products – It is often added to tooth powders, gargles, and toothpastes.
Disinfectant – Spearmint oil can be used to treat internal and external infections, including scabies, dermatitis, syphilis, and other transmittable conditions.
Bath oil – When added to bath water, spearmint oil can induce relaxation and can cool you off by reducing your body temperature.
Massage oil – With its antispasmodic properties, spearmint oil can help relieve muscle pain and even abdominal pain due to menstruation.
Diffuse to promote focus and uplift mood
Apply to toothbrush before brushing teeth for healthy gums and fresh breath
Add a drop or two to any dessert, drink, salad, or entr’e for flavoring and to promote digestion
For occasional stomach upset, add 1?2 drops to water and drink
Add a 1-4 drops to a pitcher of ice tea for a healthy, minty flavor.
Food ingredient – Oil of spearmint is added to baked goods, frozen dairy, meats, beverages, and chewing gum.