{"id":33096,"date":"2021-12-02T23:00:26","date_gmt":"2021-12-02T23:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=33096"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"Peppermint Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Peppermint_Tea_Health_Benefits\" >Peppermint Tea Health Benefits<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Eases_Stomach_Upsets\" >Eases Stomach Upsets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Might_Protect_Against_Cancer\" >Might Protect Against Cancer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Boosts_Mood_And_Cognitive_Performance\" >Boosts Mood And Cognitive Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Improves_Symptoms_Of_Dysmenorrhea\" >Improves Symptoms Of Dysmenorrhea<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Boosts_Exercise_Performance\" >Boosts Exercise Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Relieves_Tension_Headaches\" >Relieves Tension Headaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#May_Stimulate_Hair_Growth\" >May Stimulate Hair Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Freshens_Breath\" >Freshens Breath<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#May_Soothe_Pain_And_Muscle_Soreness\" >May Soothe Pain And Muscle Soreness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Peppermint_Tea_Side_Effects\" >Peppermint Tea Side Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint tea is a popular herbal drink that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is most often consumed as an iced tea but can also be enjoyed hot, or you can also combine it with other ingredients to create flavorful beverages. The soothing flavor of peppermint makes it the perfect drink to soothe frazzled nerves and enjoy during any time of day.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint has many potential health benefits, which we&#8217;ll review in this article. It also has a few side effects worth noting. Below, we will tackle the things you need to know.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peppermint_Tea_Health_Benefits\"><\/span><b>Peppermint Tea Health Benefits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint tea is often consumed for its flavor, but it also is also believed to have several <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/puer-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">health benefits.<\/a> The tea itself has rarely been studied scientifically, but peppermint extracts have.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the science-backed <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">benefits<\/a> of this plant:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eases_Stomach_Upsets\"><\/span><b>Eases Stomach Upsets<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint oil is sometimes used to soothe gastrointestinal symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating and flatulence. It works by helping to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5814329\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">relax<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the smooth muscle of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/medicines\/peppermint-oil\/#:~:text=Peppermint%20oil%20is%20a%20type,Peppermint%20oil%20comes%20as%20capsules\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bowel wall<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0 It is not clear whether drinking peppermint tea would have the same effect, but some people do find that it helps with stomach upsets.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Might_Protect_Against_Cancer\"><\/span><b>Might Protect Against Cancer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The antioxidants in peppermint tea have been shown to have anti-tumor activity in a test tube.s (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/epdf\/10.1002\/ptr.1936\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37544 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5132-1024x576.png\" alt=\"peppermint tea benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5132.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5132-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5132.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5132-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5132.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosts_Mood_And_Cognitive_Performance\"><\/span><b>Boosts Mood And Cognitive Performance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint aroma has been shown to enhance memory and increase alertness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18041606\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Symptoms_Of_Dysmenorrhea\"><\/span><b>Improves Symptoms Of Dysmenorrhea<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint has been used as a home remedy for menstrual <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/herbal-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">cramps<\/a>. One study found that peppermint extract helped to reduce period pain and other symptoms (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4979258\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ginger-cinnamon-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">Ginger Cinnamon Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosts_Exercise_Performance\"><\/span><b>Boosts Exercise Performance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study found that consuming peppermint essential oil helped improve exercise performance, possibly by improving breathing and\/or reducing pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3607906\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37542 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5128-1024x576.png\" alt=\"peppermint tea benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5128.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5128-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5128.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5128.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relieves_Tension_Headaches\"><\/span><b>Relieves Tension Headaches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One preliminary study showed that applying peppermint oil on the forehead and temples helped relieve tension headaches (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00482-016-0109-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Stimulate_Hair_Growth\"><\/span><b>May Stimulate Hair Growth<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study in mice found that 3% peppermint oil could promote hair growth when applied topically, possibly by increasing blood flow to hair follicles (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4289931\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you do decide to try this, always dilute your peppermint oil into a neutral carrier oil and do a patch test first. Never apply to broken or inflamed <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/white-peony-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">skin<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37546 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5130-1024x576.png\" alt=\"peppermint tea benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5130.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5130-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5130.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5130-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5130.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freshens_Breath\"><\/span><b>Freshens Breath<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint is a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pomegranate-white-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">good choice<\/a> for freshening breath. This is because it contains menthol which has antiseptic and antibacterial properties that can kill germs in the mouth and reduce bad breath (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4606594\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Soothe_Pain_And_Muscle_Soreness\"><\/span><b>May Soothe Pain And Muscle Soreness<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint oil is a common topical remedy for sprains and sore <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/white-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">muscles<\/a>, as it provides a cooling <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-green-tea-with-turmeric-benefits-side-effects\/\">effect<\/a> and may reduce pain and relax the muscles. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\">BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37543 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5133-1024x576.png\" alt=\"peppermint tea benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5133.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5133-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5133.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5133-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5133.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peppermint_Tea_Side_Effects\"><\/span><b>Peppermint Tea Side Effects<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with all herbs, peppermint tea can cause <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lavender-chamomile-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">side effects<\/a> in some people. People who have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and esophageal spasms should avoid using peppermint tea or at least consult a doctor before doing so (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/peppermint-tea-good-for-you#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint may interact with medications that are processed by the same enzyme pathways as the liver. Side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, dizziness, restlessness, and irritability. So, again, drink peppermint tea only under a doctor&#8217;s supervision to avoid potential side effects (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/peppermint-tea-good-for-you#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re allergic to menthols or menthol-producing <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oolong-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">plants<\/a>, like mint, corn mint, and birch, it&#8217;s best to avoid peppermint tea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint oil is also not recommended during pregnancy without first talking to your doctor because it has not been well-studied (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/peppermint-tea-good-for-you#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37541 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5129-1024x576.png\" alt=\"peppermint tea benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5129.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5129-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5129.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5129.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint tea is a tasty herbal remedy with potential health benefits. However, peppermint tea benefits are limited to minor health problems and do not work as a miracle weight loss solution.\u00a0 Peppermint should be used as a medicine only under a doctor&#8217;s supervision, especially if you are taking other medications. If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor. <\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Peppermint_Tea_Facts_Health_Benefits_And_Side_Effects\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<p><iframe title=\"BetterMe | Create Happiness now\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xLxjdQ4DYdg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bmccomplementmedtherapies.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12906-021-03236-y\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anti-osteoarthritis potential of peppermint and rosemary essential oils in a nanoemulsion form: behavioral, biochemical, and histopathological evidence<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2021, biomedcentral.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/epdf\/10.1002\/ptr.1936\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A review of the bioactivity and potential health benefits of peppermint tea (Mentha piperita L.)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2006, wiley.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dtc.ucsf.edu\/types-of-diabetes\/type2\/understanding-type-2-diabetes\/how-the-body-processes-sugar\/blood-sugar-stress\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood Sugar &amp; Stress<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (n.d., ucsf.edu)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2021\/9925945\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparing the Effect of Aromatherapy with Peppermint and Lavender Essential Oils on Fatigue of Cardiac Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2021, hindawi.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sleep.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s41606-020-00047-x\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparing the effect of aromatherapy with peppermint and lavender on the sleep quality of cardiac patients: a randomized controlled trial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, biomedcentral.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6814313\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effect Of Peppermint Essence On The Pain And Anxiety Caused By Intravenous Catheterization In Cardiac Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4606594\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essential oils, their therapeutic properties, and implication in dentistry: A review<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2015, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30475513\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essential oils and Their Vapours as Potential Antibacterial Agents against Respiratory Tract Pathogens<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, pubmed.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4979258\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaluation of mint efficacy regarding dysmenorrhea in comparison with mefenamic acid: A double blinded randomized crossover study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28562281\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Herbal Medicines for Gastrointestinal Disorders<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2017, pubmed.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6452787\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interventions for treating persistent and intractable hiccups in adults<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2013, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/peppermint-tea-good-for-you#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Peppermint Tea Good for You? Pros and Cons, Nutrition Information, and More<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18041606\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modulation of cognitive performance and mood by aromas of peppermint and ylang-ylang <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2008, pubmed.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00482-016-0109-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint oil in the acute treatment of tension-type headache<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, springer.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4289931\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint Oil Promotes Hair Growth Without Toxic Signs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3607906\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The effects of peppermint on exercise performance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2013, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Peppermint tea is a popular herbal drink that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is most often consumed as an iced tea but can also be enjoyed hot, or you can also combine it with other ingredients to create flavorful beverages. The soothing flavor of peppermint makes it the perfect drink [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42,"featured_media":37545,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[126],"tags":[],"coauthors":[123,87],"class_list":["post-33096","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition-facts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Peppermint Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"What are the peppermint tea benefits, side effects, and more? 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It is most often consumed as an iced tea but can also be enjoyed hot, or you can also combine it with other ingredients to create flavorful beverages. The soothing flavor of peppermint makes it the perfect drink to soothe frazzled nerves and enjoy during any time of day.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Peppermint has many potential health benefits, which we'll review in this article. It also has a few side effects worth noting. Below, we will tackle the things you need to know.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>Peppermint Tea Health Benefits<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Peppermint tea is often consumed for its flavor, but it also is also believed to have several <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/puer-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\\\">health benefits.<\/a> The tea itself has rarely been studied scientifically, but peppermint extracts have.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Here are the science-backed <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\\\">benefits<\/a> of this plant:<\/span>\\r\\n<h3><b>Eases Stomach Upsets<\/b><\/h3>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Peppermint oil is sometimes used to soothe gastrointestinal symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating and flatulence. It works by helping to <\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5814329\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">relax<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\"> the smooth muscle of the <\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/medicines\/peppermint-oil\/#:~:text=Peppermint%20oil%20is%20a%20type,Peppermint%20oil%20comes%20as%20capsules\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">bowel wall<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">.\u00a0 It is not clear whether drinking peppermint tea would have the same effect, but some people do find that it helps with stomach upsets.\u00a0 <\/span>\\r\\n<h3><b>Might Protect Again ...\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\",\"name\":\"Peppermint Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects - BetterMe\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5131.png\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\",\"description\":\"What are the peppermint tea benefits, side effects, and more? 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It is most often consumed as an iced tea but can also be enjoyed hot, or you can also combine it with other ingredients to create flavorful beverages. The soothing flavor of peppermint makes it the perfect drink to soothe frazzled nerves and enjoy during any time of day.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint has many potential health benefits, which we'll review in this article. It also has a few side effects worth noting. Below, we will tackle the things you need to know.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Peppermint Tea Health Benefits<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint tea is often consumed for its flavor, but it also is also believed to have several <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/puer-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">health benefits.<\/a> The tea itself has rarely been studied scientifically, but peppermint extracts have.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the science-backed <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">benefits<\/a> of this plant:<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>Eases Stomach Upsets<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint oil is sometimes used to soothe gastrointestinal symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating and flatulence. It works by helping to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5814329\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">relax<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the smooth muscle of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/medicines\/peppermint-oil\/#:~:text=Peppermint%20oil%20is%20a%20type,Peppermint%20oil%20comes%20as%20capsules\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bowel wall<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0 It is not clear whether drinking peppermint tea would have the same effect, but some people do find that it helps with stomach upsets.\u00a0 <\/span>\r\n<h3><b>Might Protect Again ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/","name":"Peppermint Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects - BetterMe","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/peppermint-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Frame-5131.png","dateModified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00","description":"What are the peppermint tea benefits, side effects, and more? 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