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Peppermint

Information about the herb peppermint.
Peppermint Fact Sheet
What is peppermint? Why do people use it? What are the potential side effects?
Morning Sickness Remedies
How can peppermint be used for nausea and morning sickness during pregnancy?
Cold Sore Remedies
How is peppermint used as a cold sore remedy?
Peppermint and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Information about the use of peppermint for irritable bowel syndrome.
Peppermint Oil Overdose
Peppermint oil is very potent and can when taken orally, can be toxic in small amounts. Information about what to do in case of a peppermint oil overdose.
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