Peppermint (India)

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Benefits the respiratory system and opens the sensory system. Used for stimulation, strengthening, shock, fever, headache, migraine, antiseptic, throat infection, and colds and flu. Beneficial for asthma, bronchitis, itchy skin, inflammation, swelling, sinuses, jet lag, chronic fatigue syndrome, colic, cramping, fatigue, nervous stress, vertigo, toothache, acne, ringworm, heartburn, diarrhea, indigestion, motion sickness, nausea, halitosis, vericose veins, arthritis, menstrual regularity, hot flashes, liver problems, and inferiority. It is helpful in dispeling pride and is anti-spasmodic and anti-bacterial. It mixes well with all oils (use in small amounts). Aromatic influences: purification of the conscious mind, energizes and relieves mental fatigue, increases alertness, improves concentration, and reduces fevers.