Mints are amazing herbs. They contain constituents that increase digestive juices and relax gut muscles making them very soothing to the tummy. The menthol in Spearmint is anesthetic and antifungal. We often use menthol products when we have respiratory illness, usually rubbing salve on our feet and chests. I remember my grandmother rubbing menthol salve on my feet as a child. I was incredibly ticklish and she had a hard time holding my feet still. Out of all six of our children, only one has had the super ticklish problem. I like cough drops with menthol too. I only use it in Essential oil if it's in a mixture with other oils. It always has a nice clean smell.
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I personally don't care for Spearmint tea but our children do enjoy it. The tea has a very strong flavor so I like to blend it with other herbs. If you have a clear glass teapot, the Hibiscus Mint Tea is really pretty in addition to tasty. It would make an awesome "tea for two" gift for Mother's Day. My husband prefers Spearmint mouthwash. Of course, Spearmint gum is popular too.
The only caution I have for Spearmint is that if you have someone in your family who has recently quit dipping or smoking tobacco, they may be extra sensitive to the smell of the Spearmint. Make sure to ask because they often don't want to bring attention to the struggle.
The only caution I have for Spearmint is that if you have someone in your family who has recently quit dipping or smoking tobacco, they may be extra sensitive to the smell of the Spearmint. Make sure to ask because they often don't want to bring attention to the struggle.
My favorite spearmint product is Christopher's Menthol Rub. I usually get it from Vitacost. The stuff is AMAZING when fighting a nasty winter cold...
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