Natural Plant Medicines Found In The Kitchen

Peppermint To Ease Respiratory And Digestion

Peppermint can be a great addition to a garden, as it can be used as a tea or as a medicine, in addition to other cooking applications. Many might not think of peppermint as natural medicine, but it has many medicinal qualities to it whether used as the herb, oil, or tea. Peppermint can benefit the respiratory system to treat asthma, allergies, colds, coughs, and tuberculosis. It can also be used for an upset stomach, relaxing the muscles of the intestines, which allows gas to pass more easily and eases the pain.

When sick with a common cold, peppermint can be rubbed on the chest or inhaled through a vaporizer to clear nasal congestion and relieve a cough.

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