Benefits:

Can be used to ease chronic gastrointestinal (GI) condition such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. When combined with caraway can be used to treat functional dyspepsia. Can be used to lower nausea. Effective at reducing the duration, frequency, and severity of abdominal pain and bloating. May help treat pain from headaches and migraine attacks when applied to the skin. Repel some pest insects and rodents, including mosquitos, prevent bad breath.

Composition:

Its chief chemical compositions are menthol and menthone.

Uses:

Taken orally as an herbal supplement. Used alone in peppermint tea or with other herbs in herbal teas. A flavoring agent in foods and in products such as mouthwashes. A topical application for relief from itching, muscle pain, and headache

Dosage:

One teaspoon