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Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

Rapid Digestion & Tension Relief
Infusion bloated stomachgascrampsnauseaindigestiontension headache

Peppermint has been used for centuries to settle the stomach and clear the head. Culpeper noted it "strengthens the stomach" and helps with tension. The high menthol content acts as a powerful antispasmodic, relaxing the muscles of the digestive tract and easing tension headaches.

Historical UseStomach aches, nausea, headaches.
Modern ApplicationDigestive teas, tension relief, mental clarity.
Parts UsedLeaves (fresh or dried).

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This guide reprints and modernizes traditional, public-domain herbal knowledge for educational and cultural interest. It is not medical advice, not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for a doctor, pharmacist, or emergency care. Plants can interact with medications and conditions — check with a professional before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or treating a child.