Fast-growing perennial herb that belongs to the Laminaceae family. It is used in gastronomy and perfumery for its intense and fresh aroma. To describe it, it can be said that this is a perennial plant with a thin, erect stem, which reaches up to 60 cm in height. Its leaves give their name due to their lanceolate shape (spica means "spear" in Latin); They are very aromatic, serrated, glabrous, hairy on the underside and bright light green. The bracts of the inflorescence are barely distinguishable. The flowers appear mainly during the summer months, they have a calyx with five approximately equal sepals and a glabrous throat. The corolla is lilac, pink or white, and very glandular, up to 3 mm long. The roots are extensive and invasive.
The portion used in gastronomy for fresh mint is close to 1 g. This is an amount that does not justify the contribution of nutrients to the daily intake of any person. However, mint is one of the best known and most used medicinal plants. Its leaves contain an essential oil whose main compound is menthol. Its main properties are: antispasmodic, antiseptic, calms the internal wall of the stomach, helps accelerate digestion and stimulates the secretion of bile. Mint helps calm intestinal colic or spasms, nausea and flatulence. It is also a good help against intestinal parasites (vermifuge) and stimulates the nervous system.
Relieves headaches by elevating blood vessels.
- Reduces mental stress by reducing blood pressure and body temperature.
- Helps with colds, acts as an antispasmodic when you want to cough.
- It helps you lose weight as it controls appetite.
- Promotes sleep, by acting as a relaxant, it is recommended for insomnia.
- Prevents stomach upset as it promotes efficient digestion.
- Treats indigestion, acts as an analgesic by acting on the intestines.
- Increases immunity as it is a natural antioxidant that strengthens the immune system.
REFERENCE: MONICA'S CUPBOARD
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