Can overcome stomach pain, here are 5 benefits of mint leaves
KONTAN.CO.ID – JAKARTA. Mint leaves are a natural ingredient that provides many uses. Apart from providing a cool sensation, mint leaves also contain lots of vitamin A which is beneficial for eye health. Here are other benefits of mint leaves that can be felt by your body.
Treats Digestive Irritation
Irritation is a type of digestive disorder that is commonly experienced by many people. Generally, digestive irritation is characterized by several symptoms. Starting from abdominal pain, bloating, gas buildup, and changing bowel movements.
Healthline (healthline.com) says that digestive irritation can be treated by changing the food consumed, taking medication, and consuming mint leaves in the form of oil. In mint leaf oil there is menthol which functions to relax the stomach muscles so that irritation is reduced.
Overcoming Indigestion
Other benefits of mint leaves can be used to treat indigestion. Indigestion occurs when the food you eat stays in your stomach for too long. To make food easier to pass, you can consume mint leaf oil.
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Improve Brain Function
Quoting from Healthline, inhaling the aroma of mint leaves can improve brain function. One study involving 144 adults proves this. They inhale the aroma of mint leaves for five minutes. As a result, their memory has increased.
Not only that, inhaling the aroma of mint leaves can also increase alertness and reduce frustration, anxiety, and fatigue. However, more research is needed to actually prove these results.
Reduces Pain During Breastfeeding
For some women, breastfeeding a child can be difficult and painful. If you experience the same thing, try to consume mint leaves because these natural ingredients can reduce the pain that occurs when breastfeeding.
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One study showed that using peppermint water was effective in preventing cracked nipples and areola so that pain was reduced. Other studies have shown that pain and cracked nipples are reduced when using menthol essential oil after breastfeeding.
Relieves Colds
Another benefit of mint leaves mentioned by Healthline is their ability to relieve congestion caused by colds. Apart from reducing nasal congestion, menthol is also useful for improving airflow and breathing.
Editor: Belladina Biananda