Peppermint

Most people are familiar with Peppermint (Mentha × Piperita), but not all might know how beneficial it can be. Not only is Peppermint great for use in a culinary aspect, but it has a lot of medicinal properties as well. Did you know that Peppermint is a hybrid species of mint? It is a cross between watermint and spearmint.

Benefits

• It can help soothe an upset stomach.

• Aids in digestion.

• It can help with diarrhea.

• It has calming effects and can aid in soothing anxiety.

• It can help to treat headaches.

• It can help with nausea.

• It can help with menstrual cramps.

  My favorite way to use peppermint is in the form of tea. I add it to a calming tea blend I make and it's a tasty and calming treat to help wind down or if I’m feeling anxious for any reason. It is also a tasty tea on its own and helps when I have a headache. I’ve never tried it for a migraine, but for minor headaches, it has helped tremendously. 

How to Grow

Anyone who has grown anything in the mint family knows how prolific and wild they grow. Peppermint is no different. Always plant peppermint somewhere you are ok with it growing large and spreading.

• Sow your seeds lightly covered in soil.

• The seeds should germinate in 10-16 days.

• Keep soil moist but not too wet or dry.

• To harvest, just clip leaves or branches as needed.

Happy Growing!

*I am not a certified medical practitioner. This post is not intended to diagnose or treat and is for informational purposes only. Please contact your medical care professional before introducing new herbal remedies into your routine.