Peppermint Tea

Mentha piperita (tea)

Family: Lamiaceae Evidence: A tea

The world's most popular herbal tea. Menthol provides cooling digestive relief. Clinical evidence for IBS when taken as enteric-coated capsules.

Safety Profile

PregnancyLikely Safe
BreastfeedingLikely Safe
PediatricSafe

Contraindications

GERD/hiatal hernia. Gallbladder issues.

Interactions

Cyclosporine, CYP enzymes.

Side Effects

Heartburn in GERD sufferers. Very safe otherwise.

Allergy: Mint allergy.
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