• Shown to relieve digestive symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and bloating.
• High in beneficial antioxidant compounds that help protect against and repair damage caused by free radicals.
• May have beneficial effects on hormones in women, including decreasing male hormones like testosterone and increasing hormones necessary for ovulation.
• May help reduce facial hair growth in women.
• Shown beneficial effects on arthritis pain in both human and animal studies. Additionally, tea made from this herb may help reduce stiffness and disability caused by arthritis.
• Some studies have shown a benefit of spearmint extract on memory in older adults.
• Spearmint has antibacterial activity against several types of harmful bacteria, including bacteria that cause foodborne illnesses, such as E. coli and Listeria.
• Animal research has shown that this herb may significantly lower blood sugar in rats with diabetes.
• Contains compounds that have been shown to promote relaxation and reduce stress.
• May help lower high blood pressure.

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11 Surprising Benefits of Spearmint Tea and Essential Oil

 

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