THE mint It is a fast-growing perennial herbaceous plant, used in gastronomy and perfumery for its intense and fresh aroma. They are very easy to care for at home and the best time to plant them is in late winter or early spring.
It can measure one meter high and its leaves They measure approximately eight centimeters. It is easy to maintain and very resistant, it only needs water and indirect light. It can be used in many formats: live or recently cut plant, infusion, decoction, essential oil or creams and capsules.
Its properties are not limited to adding ambiance to the house and adding flavor to dishes, sweet or savory. Among the benefits of mint are:
Benefits of mint
- Helps with digestion. Mint leaves contain essential oil whose main compound is menthol, which has antiseptic and antibacterial properties that relieve indigestion and stomach upset. This is a great option for infusions that relieve digestive issues and bloating. Helps calm colic or intestinal spasms, nausea and flatulence. The essential oil increases the production of gastrointestinal juices which promote digestion.
- Improves colds and asthma. Peppermint has anti-inflammatory properties, making it a good relaxant and relieves congestion and irritation from coughing. As a recommendation, you should not exaggerate with the dose as this can irritate the respiratory tract. It also serves as a nasal, throat, bronchial and lung decongestant.
- Treats headaches. Its strong, refreshing aroma helps relieve headaches. Balms based on mint or mint essential oil are rubbed onto the forehead and nose and treat headaches and nausea. Its smell reduces stress and produces a relaxing effect.
- Oral care. It inhibits bacterial growth inside the mouth and cleans plaque deposited on the teeth. This is why many toothpastes contain mint.
- Helps to lose weight. Mint stimulates digestive enzymes, which help facilitate better absorption of nutrients from food, which generates better metabolism and rapid metabolism that helps in weight loss.
- Improves brain power. Accelerates mental capacity, increasing alertness, retention and cognitive functions.
- Skin care. It is used to treat acne and pimples. Its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties improve acne.
- Purifies the air. Improves air quality, helping to remove toxins and keep the environment fresh.
- Natural insect repellent. Its powerful aroma repels mosquitoes and other insects.
