What is Naturactive Huile Essentielle Bio Chémotypée Menthe poivrée used for?
This Naturactive essential oil of PEPPERMINT(Mentha x piperita L.) isorganically grown. It is guaranteed 100% pure and of natural origin. It is an excellent anesthetic and analgesic. Peppermint soothes inflammation of all kinds: tendonitis, arthritis, rheumatism, sinusitis, bronchitis etc... It also combats nausea and vomiting. It helps digestion and reduces flatulence. In times of physical and/or mental fatigue, peppermint can be a powerful ally.
Peppermint essential oil has antispasmodic and choleretic properties. It acts by inhibiting muscle spasms induced by various agents, promoting smooth muscle relaxation. It also stimulates the secretion and excretion of bile, contributing to better digestion and optimal liver function.
The menthol contained in Peppermint essential oil offers analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. When applied locally, it stimulates cold receptors, reducing the sensation of pain. In addition, clinical trials have demonstrated its effectiveness in relieving migraine and other pains, by reducing the duration and intensity of attacks.
This essential oil also has significant antimicrobial properties. It acts against a variety of pathogenic bacteria and fungi, including staphylococcus aureus and meningococcus. It is also effective against herpes viruses and fungal infections, offering protection against a range of pathogens.
Peppermint essential oil has a stimulating effect on the central nervous system, enhancing alertness and concentration. It also induces arterial vasoconstriction to raise blood pressure, making it a useful choice in the treatment of migraine and other vascular conditions.
In addition to its pharmacological effects, Peppermint essential oil offers a range of other health benefits. It acts as an effective nasal decongestant, promotes cellular metabolic respiration and stimulates the immune system. In addition, it is recognized for its hormone-like properties, promoting menstruation in women.
Menthol and other active compounds in Peppermint essential oil act by stimulating cold receptors and modulating various biochemical processes. They exert an antispasmodic action on muscles, reducing sensitivity to pain and promoting muscle relaxation. They also have immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory effects, boosting the body's response to infection and injury.
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How to use this essential oil
Orally: place on a neutral base (sugar, honey, bread) or dilute in a vegetable oil.
Adults and children over 7: 2 drops 3 times a day.
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Precautions for use
- In high doses, menthone is excitostupefying and hypertensive.
- May cause headaches, bradycardia, tremors, ataxia, insomnia, bronchial spasm and spasm of the glottis and larynx.
- Drug interactions with homeopathic remedies
- Possible allergy to menthol
- Do not diffuse or use in the bath
- Not recommended for infants, can be fatal!
- Contraindicated for pregnant (abortive) or breast-feeding women, and for children (risk of bronchospasm).
- For adults only
- Do not associate with cortisone (if monoterpenes exceed 10%)
- Caution in cases of gastroesophageal reflux, gallstones or hepatopancreatic disorders(per os).
- Drug interactions with essential oils containing more than 10% sesquiterpenes
- Risk of neurotoxicity that may induce epileptic seizures at high doses
- Caution for people with autoimmune diseases, epilepsy, asthma, Parkinson's disease or the elderly, as well as for neurosensitive individuals.
- Do not use in people deficient in G6PD (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase), involved in its detoxification (risk of toxicity by accumulation) -(menthol)
- Contraindicated for internal use
What is the composition?
Peppermint essential oil is obtained by complete distillation. The main molecules contained in this essential oil are menthol and menthone.
The peppermint aerial parts used to make this essential oil come from India.
Presentation - Packaging
10 ml dropper bottle with child-resistant opening.
A perennial plant found in temperate climates, peppermints form a very large family. Peppermint, the result of natural hybridization, can be recognized by its square, purplish stems, dark green leaves and pungent, fresh, mentholated scent.