What Happens If You Drink Mint Leaf Water Every Day?

Nutritional value of mint leaves

The article on the Medlatec General Hospital website with medical consultation from Master, Doctor Tran Tien Tung said that mint (mint, spicy basil) belongs to the Lamiaceae family, has a straight and spongy stem, can spread on the ground, and can reach a maximum length of 60cm. Mint leaves grow singly, oval, serrated edges, and rounded tips. In the composition of mint leaves, there is essential oil with a pungent smell, a slightly numbing and slightly spicy taste.

Mint flowers from July to October, small flowers, depending on the plant, the petal color can be purple, pink or white. Mint fruit consists of 4 seeds. This plant is mainly found in temperate climates. In Vietnam, mint is grown a lot in Yen Bai, Lai Chau, Nghe An.

Mint contains vitamin A, anti-inflammatory flavonoids, antioxidants and vitamin A which are good for the eyes and good for health. This plant also contains nutrients such as fiber, vitamin C, iron, phosphorus, B3, B2, B1... In particular, the essential oil content in mint accounts for 0.5 - 1.5%.

Peppermint leaves are rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients, and contain vitamins A, C, B-complex, phosphorus, and calcium, which are particularly antibacterial. Studies have found that peppermint oil can be very effective. In fact, it was effective against 22 strains of bacteria and 11 strains of fungi.

Mint leaves are also rich in iron, potassium, and manganese, which help improve hemoglobin levels and promote brain function. Mint leaves are low in calories and contain minimal amounts of protein and fat. Two tablespoons of mint contain 0.4 g of protein, 0.9 g of carbohydrates, 0.8 g of fiber, 1.5 mg of vitamin C, 22.4 mg of calcium, 6.8 mg of phosphorus, and 51.5 mg of potassium, along with several other nutrients.

What Happens If You Drink Mint Leaf Water Every Day?

Health & Life Newspaper quoted Dr. Nguyen Duc Quang - former Head of the Experimental Research Department of the Military Traditional Medicine Institute, saying that below are some health benefits of mint leaves:

Treatment of the common cold

Peppermint is known to clear the nose, throat, bronchi and lungs. In addition, the anti-inflammatory properties of peppermint also reduce irritation caused by chronic cough, fight colds, difficulty concentrating with massage oils, peppermint oil.

Improve breathing

Peppermint leaves are recommended for asthma patients as they act as a good relaxant and relieve chest congestion. Consuming peppermint leaves daily can provide a soothing effect to asthma patients.

Known for its decongestant properties, peppermint oil can help make breathing much easier. It also relieves irritation caused by chronic coughs.

Dental care

Chewing mint leaves after meals freshens breath due to its antibacterial properties. Mint leaf extract can help clean plaque from teeth. Toothpaste, mouthwash or chewing gum containing mint oil prevents the growth of bacteria in the mouth and keeps the mouth clean.

Has brain tonic effect

Peppermint leaves have a brain-boosting effect. According to various studies, consuming peppermint can increase alertness and cognitive function. Peppermint leaves improve memory power and mental alertness.

Boost immunity

Mint is packed with vitamins and antioxidants that boost immunity. These plant-based vitamins help protect cells from damage. Additionally, mint leaves help prevent tumor formation by inhibiting certain enzymes.

Reduce stress and depression

Peppermint is an essential part of aromatherapy. The strong and refreshing scent of peppermint helps to relieve stress. By breathing in the scent of peppermint, the mind becomes calmer.

You can add peppermint to tea, use peppermint extract in a vaporizer, or take a peppermint bath to relieve stress and depression.

Helps relieve pain while breastfeeding

Many breastfeeding mothers suffer from sore, cracked nipples, which can make breastfeeding painful and difficult. Evidence suggests that applying peppermint oil is valuable in relieving pain and healing sore, cracked nipples.

Good for weight loss

Mint leaves play an essential role in healthy weight loss. Mint leaves promote digestion and boost metabolism to help with weight loss. Mint tea is a great calorie-free beverage to promote weight loss.

Notes when treating diseases with mint

– Do not use mint to treat the following cases: constipation, high blood pressure, pregnancy, physical weakness, fever of unknown cause, gastroesophageal reflux, history of allergies.

– Do not use peppermint essential oil on open wounds and avoid contact with eyes.

– Menthol or peppermint essential oil, if in contact with the nose or throat, can cause cardiac arrest in young children, so it should not be used for infants and children under 1 year old.

Using peppermint medicinally is generally safe. Some people may experience side effects such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and dry mouth.

Overall, mint has many health benefits and is a benign medicinal herb for treating diseases. There is currently no research on the drug interactions of mint with other herbs or Western medicines. Therefore, treatment with mint still requires guidance from a qualified physician to be effective and avoid side effects.

Thanh Ha (Synthesis)

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