PEPPERMINT THERAPEUTIC GRADE ESSENTAIL OIL - Reputed to be part of the "Marseilles Vinegar" or "Four Thieves Vinegar" used by grave-robbing bandits to protect themselves during the 15th century plague. A highly regarded digestive stimulant. Jean Valnet, M.D., used peppermint to treat liver and respiratory diseases.

Therapeutic Grade Essentail Oils have a complex chemical structure, designed and produced by nature, which makes the use uniquely economical. For example, when Peppermint Oil is used properly it can be purifying and stimulating to the conscious mind. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati found that inhaling peppermint oil increased the mental accuracy by 28 percent. It has properties that behaves as anti-inflammatory, antitumoral, antiparasitic (worms), antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, gallbladder/ digestive stimulant, pain-relieving, pain-reliever, and curbs the appetite.

When inhaled, Peppermint Oil improves/restores sense of taste by stimulating the trigeminal nerve. University of Kiel researchers found that peppermint blocked headache pain in a double-blind placebo-controlled cross-over study.

Rub 4-6 drops in the palm and rub over stomach and around the navel to relieve indigestion, flatulence, and diarrhea, Add a drop of Peppermint Oil to herbal tea to aid in digestion and relieve heartburn, Massage several drops of Peppermint Oil on the area of injury to reduce inflammation, Apply Peppermint Oil immediately to an injured area (bruised shin, hit on the foot or hand) to relieve pain. If there is a cut, apply the Peppermint Oil around (not on) the open wound, Rub several drops of Peppermint Oil on the bottoms of the feet to reduce fever, Apply a drop of Peppermint Oil topically on unbroken skin to stop itching, For poison ivy or poison oak, apply Peppermint Oil on location neat or dilute with V-6 Mixing Oil, Inhale Peppermint Oil before and during a workout to boost your mood and reduce fatigue, Massage several drops of Peppermint Oil on the abdomen to relieve nausea, To relieve a headache, rub a drop of Peppermint Oil on the temples, forehead, over the sinuses (stay away from the eyes) and on the back of the neck, To stop hiccups, apply a drop of Peppermint Oil on each side of the fifth cervical vertebra (up three notches from the large vertebra at the base of the neck).

Place two drops of Peppermint Oil on the tongue and rub another drop under the nose to improve alertness and concentration, Diffuse Peppermint Oil in the room while studying to improve concentration and accuracy. Inhale Peppermint Oil, when taking a test, to improve recall, Rub 4 drops of Peppermint Oil on chest and stomach to relive travel sickness, Place a drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue to relieve and inhale into the nose and sinuses to relieve congestion from a cold, Add Peppermint Oil to food as a flavoring and a preservative, To deter rats, mice, ants, or cockroaches, place two drops of Peppermint Oil on a cotton ball and place along the path or point of entry for these pests, Mix one 15ml. bottle of Peppermint Oil into a 5 gallon can of pain to dispel the fumes, Place a couple of drops of Peppermint Oil in a cup of hot water and enjoy in place of coffee.

To kill aphids, add 4-5 drops of Peppermint Oil to 4 ounces of water and spray the plants, Drink a drop of Peppermint Oil mixed in a glass of cold water to cool off on a hot day, Rub Peppermint Oil on all joints to relieve arthritis or tendonitis pain, Place a drop of Peppermint Oil on the tongue to stop bad breath, Inhale the fragrance of Peppermint Oil to curb the appetite and lessen the impulse to overeat, Remove ticks by applying a drop of Peppermint Oil on a cotton swab and swabbing the tick. Wait for it to un hedge its head and remove from your pet, Mix peppermint Oil in a footbath to relieve sore feet and keep water agitated while soaking feet.

RECOMMENDATIONS: Always wash and rinse your hands thoroughly, before and after the use of therapeutic-grade essential oils, also avoid contact with your eyes. Keep therapeuitc-grade essential oils out of the reach of chidren.

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