🌿 Mint (General)

{"conditions_treated": ["Digestive issues (indigestion, gas, bloating, IBS, nausea)", "Headaches and migraines (topical application on temples)", "Respiratory congestion (menthol is a decongestant)", "Muscle pain and soreness (topical analgesic)", "Skin irritation and itching (cooling effect)", "Bad breath and oral health", "Stress and mild anxiety"], "preparation_methods": ["Peppermint tea: 1-2 tsp dried leaves steeped 10 minutes for digestive relief", "Spearmint tea: Milder, suitable for children and for gentle digestive soothing", "Tincture: 1:5 in 45% alcohol; 1-2ml as needed for digestive complaints", "Inhalation: Fresh leaves or essential oil in steam for congestion", "Topical oil: Diluted peppermint oil (2-3% in carrier) applied to temples for headache", "Mouth rinse: Strong infusion as antibacterial mouthwash"], "active_compounds": ["Menthol", "Menthone", "Rosmarinic acid", "Flavonoids", "Limonene"], "toxicity_warnings": "Peppermint oil can cause respiratory distress in infants and young children \u2014 NEVER apply near face of children under 5. Avoid peppermint with GERD/acid reflux (relaxes esophageal sphincter). Essential oil must be diluted for topical use. Avoid medicinal doses during pregnancy. Do not apply pure essential oil to mucous membranes."}