Mint herb as you know it maybe the mint you taste in your candy, chocolate or even toothpaste.  But do you know that mint is far more important than just being an additive to food or for cooking purposes?

Mint for one has been used in many cultures as a symbol or warm welcome as they are offered to arriving guests.  In the Middle East, mint tea is served to welcome guests upon they arrive and in ancient Greece, it is customary to rub the leaves of mint on their dining table to show hospitality.

Because of its cool and soothing scent, it is also commonly used as air freshener especially if to get rid of unpleasant odors in homes, temples and synagogues.  It is also popular as a perfume and a bath scent.  But more importantly, mint is also good as home remedy for quite a number of disorders and ailments.

Mint Herb Home Remedies

Mint is more popularly known to relieve indigestion or to help promote better digestion.  For those who usually suffer from indigestion, one of the more common prescription is to drink a cup of peppermint tea every after meal.  On the other hand, menthol, which is a compound in mint and could be obtained from peppermint oil is best known as a remedy for any chest and respiratory system ailment.

However, there’s more to mint than just that.  Mint is rich in vitamins A and C plus it also contains a small amount of Vitamin B12.  It has also some of the essential minerals needed by our body which include calcium, iron, manganese, copper and potassium.  Further, there are other health benefits of mint and here are some of them:

It aids digestion by promote the relaxation of the muscles in the intestine as well as those around the intestine.  It does not only relieve indigestion, it also prevents heartburn and is a good remedy for IBS or irritable bowel syndrome.

It’s menthol chemical substance  eases breathing by clearing the passages and airways of the respiratory system.  Because of this, it is able to relieve congestion and headache brought by colds as well as the other symptoms brought by colds and flu.

Because of its cooling sensation, it is also good for treating minor burns or for skin irritations and itching.  Mint tea on the other hand is good for some skin disorders such as acne as it inhibit the growth of many types of fungus and bacteria.  It is also good in relieving minor pains like sprains and muscle cramps.  It is also known as a good cleansing agent of the blood and it is also a good antioxidant that could prevent the growth of cancerous cells.