A refreshing, caffeine-free infusion with a cooling menthol finish, peppermint tea is a staple digestive beverage that provides a rich source of plant antioxidants.
Peppermint tea is well-established as a digestive aid, frequently used to relieve symptoms of flatulence (gas) and emesis (vomiting) due to its antispasmodic (muscle-relaxing) properties .56
The tea contains various polyphenols (antioxidant plant compounds) and flavonoids, which contribute to its bioactive profile without the caffeine found in traditional black or green teas .147
While peppermint is commonly used to manage morning sickness, institutional guidance notes it should not be used excessively in early pregnancy due to potential emmenagogue effects (stimulation of menstrual flow) .6
Early research suggests that related herbal infusions, specifically spearmint tea, may have a regulatory effect on androgen levels in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), though evidence for peppermint tea specifically remains limited .23
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Store in a cool, dry place to preserve volatile oils
Dried herbs have a low carbon footprint and minimal water requirements compared to dairy or meat.
The peppermint plant is actually a natural hybrid of spearmint and watermint, first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753.