It is the season of candy canes and peppermint flavoring galore … but did you know that not only does peppermint taste delicious this time of year, it actually has some really positive health benefits !
Although candy canes and peppermint mochas would only be beneficial in a perfect world, peppermint itself has some superfood powers!
Peppermint is not only tasty it is a gentle herb that offers several benefits on the inside and out and it tastes delicious.
it relieves nausea, including morning sickness and motion sickness, IBS, gas, indigestion, infant colic and respiratory conditions like asthma.
Peppermint oil is also is great topical agent, it reduces pain from shingles, headaches and muscle pain, and peppermint oil is a great agent for skin and hair. Some studies have shown that rubbing the oil into your skin can help reduce dandruff and eczema.
It not only smells delicious and clean, it can be a great natural sweetener to your tea and baking goods.
For all you candy cane lovers here is great recipe to make at home that you can enjoy all the benefits from.
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