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23 Peppermint Oil Uses to Naturally Boost Your Health

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Peppermint oil has been used for thousands of years across ancient Greece, Egypt, and Rome for its
medicinal properties (1 (https://nccih.nih.gov/health/peppermintoil)).

Now that research on peppermint if is well established, there has been a resurgence of its popularity in treating a
variety of issues many of us experience every day.

Peppermint oil is an extremely versatile oil that o ers countless bene ts. Its main component, menthol, has been
widely studied and found to help with the following issues:

Digestion

Bacterial infection

In ammation

Fatigue ×

Muscle soreness
 Congestion
Allergies
Headaches
Bad breath

There are many other ways you can use peppermint oil, including using it as a natural bug repellent or as an easy
way to freshen your breath (hello, DIY mints). Read on to discover the ways to use it to boost your health and
lifestyle!

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27 Natural Peppermint Oil Uses and Bene ts

1. Boost Energy

Instead of reaching for energy drinks whenever you need a boost, give peppermint oil a try. Studies have shown it
improves physical and mental energy levels and performance just ve minutes
× after ingesting it (2
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4103722/)).
To use: Inhale the scent of peppermint directly for a boost of energy and clarity, or put a few drops in your favorite
di user to inhale the vapors throughout your day. Internally, add one drop to a large glass of water (yes, a little
goes a long way!) and drink.

2. Get Rid of Dandru

Peppermint oil possesses antifungal and antimicrobial properties that make it excellent for combating dandru (3
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4054083/)).

To use: Add 2 drops to your regular shampoo and concentrate on massaging your scalp as you shower.

3. Relieve Muscle Pain

Menthol, one of the main compounds in peppermint, has signi cant anti-in ammatory, antispasmodic, and
painkilling e ects. Studies have shown it can help reduce muscle soreness (https://blog.paleohacks.com/diy-
peppermint-eucalyptus-bath-bombs/) and lower in ammation, while also raising your pain threshold (4
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3607906/)).

To use: Combine 1/4 cup coconut oil with 5 drops of peppermint oil, then rub on sore muscles.

4. Soothe Joint Pain

The anti-in ammatory and painkilling e ects of menthol in peppermint can also be used to relieve joint pain when
applied topically (5 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3607906/)).

To use: Add 2 drops of peppermint oil to a small dollop of olive or coconut oil, rub together in your hands, then rub
on sore joints.

5. Curb Cravings
Many people swear by peppermint oil as a natural way to ease cravings by reducing appetite
(https://blog.paleohacks.com/best-weight-loss-foods/) and helping you feel fuller faster.

To use: Place a few drops in a di user before mealtimes, or dilute a couple drops in a carrier oil like olive oil and
rub it on your chest.

6. Reduce Allergies
Peppermint oil is also great for allergy symptoms such as drainage and coughing due to its ability to help expel
mucus and phlegm (6 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12662469)).

To use: Di use the oil in a di user along with eucalyptus in your home to reduce allergy symptoms throughout the
day and night. ×

7 Cool Rashes + Itching

7. Cool Rashes + Itching

Studies have shown that peppermint oil’s cooling and anti-in ammatory (https://blog.paleohacks.com/anti-
in ammatory-foods/) properties can help soothe minor itches, from bug bites to poison ivy (7
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3813175/)).

To use: Dilute 2 drops of peppermint oil in olive oil and rub on the a ected area.

8. Repel Bugs
Essential oils (https://blog.paleohacks.com/bene ts-essential-oils/) have been utilized for thousands of years as
natural insect repellents. Many of the volatile compounds in oils (such as peppermint) are overwhelming to insects
like mosquitoes, making them the perfect natural option to keep bugs at bay.

To use: To repel pests from your body (like mosquitoes), dilute several drops in a carrier oil and rub all over
exposed areas of your body. To repel bugs in your home, add peppermint oil to your oor cleaner or countertop
cleaner.

9. Calm Acne

Peppermint oil contains several antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, which help reduce the amount of
bacteria on your skin (8 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8893526)). Not
× to mention, the cooling menthol
will also help to reduce in ammation from painful cystic acne.
To use: Mix a drop of peppermint oil with jojoba oil and dab on the a ected area twice a day.

10. Relieve Headaches

Research shows that peppermint oil has a signi cant relaxing and pain-reducing e ect on headaches
(https://blog.paleohacks.com/how-to-get-rid-of-a-headache/). In one study, peppermint oil reduced sensitivity
associated with headaches (9 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7954745)).

To use: Mix 2 drops of peppermint oil in a carrier oil and rub on your temples. If your headache feels more like a
tension headache coming from your neck area, massage the oil on your shoulders and neck.

11. Promote Hair Growth

Studies show that massaging peppermint oil into your scalp can help promote hair growth and encourage hair to
become thicker, even without participants changing their diets (10
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4289931/)).

To use: Add a few drops of peppermint oil to your favorite shampoo and massage deeply into your scalp.

12. Relieve IBS + Bloating

Peppermint oil is one of the best natural treatments when it comes to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers
believe its ability to relax the gastrointestinal wall, as well as cool in ammation,
× play a role in its e ectiveness (11
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16121521)). Studies also show peppermint oil has a signi cant e ect on
bd i l i d di t i ll (12 (htt // f / f /2007/0401/ 1027 ht l))
abdominal pain and distension, as well as gas (12 (https://www.aafp.org/afp/2007/0401/p1027.html)).

To use: You can either take peppermint oil in capsule form (follow the dosage instructions on the bottle) or rub a
few drops mixed in a carrier oil, like coconut oil or jojoba oil, on your abdomen.

13. Reduce Nausea

Peppermint oil may also be able to help quell bouts of nausea and vomiting. Studies on postoperative nausea
show participants who were given peppermint oil experienced signi cantly lower levels of nausea (13
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22034523)).

To use: Take one or two capsules at the onset of symptoms.

14. Freshen Breath

Peppermint is an ingredient in many toothpastes and mouthwashes, and for good reason. Not only does
peppermint smell wonderful, but it also has potent antibacterial properties that help freshen breath (14
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8893526)).

To use: Look for a toothpaste with pure peppermint oil as a main ingredient, or make your own breath spray
(https://blog.paleohacks.com/get-rid-of-ketosis-breath/) by combining a couple drops with a cup of water in a spray
bottle. You can even make your own homemade breath mints (https://blog.paleohacks.com/bad-breath/) using

peppermint and coconut oil!

×
15. Kill Toenail Fungus
Peppermint oil’s antimicrobial properties make it excellent for combating toenail fungus (15
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8893526)).

To use: Apply 4-5 drops directly on discolored nails daily.

16. Combat Bacterial Infections

Studies have shown peppermint oil to be e ective against up to 22 strains of bacteria and fungi, making it an
excellent choice to help ght infections (16 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8893526)).

To use: Follow the dosage recommendations on your peppermint oil in capsule form.

17. Help Fight Cancer

It turns out that the compound menthol present in peppermint oil can also inhibit cancer
(https://blog.paleohacks.com/cancer- ghting-foods/) growth. Studies have shown it causes cancer cell death while
also helping protect against radiation damage from chemotherapy (17
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18955132)).

18. Relieve Stress

Peppermint oil is popular in aromatherapy for its relaxing and refreshing e ects. Studies show that it can be an
e ective treatment against nerve disorders and mental fatigue, making it an×excellent option to help relieve
excess stress (18 (http://www.ajpcr.com/Vol2Issue2/187.pdf)).
To use: Inhale the scent of peppermint for a boost of energy and clarity, or put a few drops in your favorite di user
to inhale the vapors throughout the day.

19. Boost Exercise Performance

Researchers have found that athletes supplementing with peppermint oil were able to signi cantly increase
exercise performance parameters, including improving breathing capacity and increasing oxygen levels (19
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3607906/)).

To use: Add 1-2 drops of peppermint oil to a large glass of water daily.

20. Soothe a Sore Throat

Menthol’s cooling properties can help soothe a painful and in amed sore throat (https://blog.paleohacks.com/sore-
throat-remedies/), while also combating any infection that may have caused it (20
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3607906/)).

To use: Either gargle a mix of 2 drops of peppermint oil in water, or add a few drops to a pot with water and
deeply inhale the steam.

21. Clear a Stu y Nose

Peppermint oil can help treat many cold symptoms, such as mucus congestion, due to its antibacterial and anti-
in ammatory properties (21 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12662469)).

To use: Di use peppermint oil throughout your home when you have a cold to reduce bacteria in the air and help
with a stu y nose and congestion.

22. Relieve Sunburns

×
Peppermint oil’s cooling and anti-in ammatory properties also make it an excellent remedy for sunburn.

To use: Combine 2 drops of peppermint oil with a carrier oil (and even some aloe if you’d like) and rub on a ected
areas.

23. Sharpen Memory

Studies show that peppermint can help improve concentration and focus (https://blog.paleohacks.com/brain-
food/) while also improving memory, making it a great option to help with the symptoms of ADHD (22
(http://jass.neuro.wisc.edu/2012/01/Lab%20603%20Group%205%20The%20E ect%20of%20Peppermint%20on%2
0Memory%20Performance.pdf)).

To use: Dilute 2 drops in a carrier oil and rub on your chest before you start your day, or carry the oil with you and
inhale it directly from the bottle when you need to focus.

As you can see, the uses of peppermint oil are virtually endless. With such a broad base of bene ts, this is one oil you
should have stocked in your kitchen at all times.

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