Peppermint Tea: Health Benefits

04.09.2023 03:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:23

Due to the many medicinal properties of peppermint tea, it is beneficial to drink one cup every day.

Benefits of mint tea

Peppermint tea relieves some symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Improves sleep and relieves stress.

The menthol in peppermint leaves is a muscle relaxant and sedative, which is why peppermint oil is popular in aromatherapy. A cup of warm mint tea promotes general relaxation of the body and mind.

Mint has a pronounced calming effect, improves the quality of sleep, relieves symptoms of stress and fatigue.

Mint decoction helps in the fight against viral diseases, as well as in the treatment of diseases of the respiratory system: bronchitis, sinusitis, pneumonia.

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Reduces blood pressure, improves blood circulation, increases the elasticity of blood vessels.

Contraindications to the use of mint are hypotension (low blood pressure), children under 3 years of age, pregnancy, and individual intolerance. People with high stomach acidity should drink mint drinks with caution.

When to drink mint tea

Peppermint tea can be consumed in the morning during breakfast, half an hour before lunch or before bed.

During the day, the drink will help reduce appetite, and in the evening - relax and tune in to a relaxing holiday.

To prepare a drink, take one tablespoon of chopped fresh mint leaves, pour a glass of boiling water over it.

Author: Diana Dashkevich Editor internet resource

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  1. Benefits of mint tea
  2. When to drink mint tea