Peppermint Tea (Mentha piperita)

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Aroma and Flavor: Mint tea has a fresh, cool flavor with a tingling finish. Peppermint tea offers a cooling sensation that can be likened to a delicate yet refreshing mist.

Caffiene –  Free

Benifits:  Peppermint (Mentha piperita), a popular flavoring for gum, toothpaste, and tea, is also used to soothe an upset stomach or to aid digestion. It has a calming and numbing effect, and is often used to treat headaches, skin irritation, nausea, diarrhea, menstrual cramps, flatulence, and anxiety associated with depression.

Brew Instructions: Fill 1 tsp of tea in a tea bag or mesh basket and place in your favorite mug. Pour 8 ounces of boiling water  (212°) over the tea and allow to steep for 3-5 minutes or until desired strength is reached.

Precautions: Avoid peppermint tea if you suffer from GERD. 9 Peppermint tea’s relaxing properties can cause the sphincter muscle of the stomach and esophagus to relax, exacerbating acid reflux. You may also want to avoid peppermint tea if you are pregnant. In rare cases, peppermint tea may interact with medications.Nov 2, 2021

 

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