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Peppermint Leaf can be used for the following ailments: Appetite loss, Bronchitis, Colds, Cough, Fever, Liver and gallbladder problems, Sore throat. Peppermint is also used internally for digestive cramps and irritable colon. In addition, it has been used for a number of conditions for which its effectiveness remains unproven, including nausea, vomiting, morning sickness, and painful menstruation. In homeopathic medicine, it is used for intestinal pain and skin problems. Peppermint calms digestive spasms, relieves gas, boosts the flow of bile, fights bacteria, and acts as a decongestant. It has a cooling effect on the skin. The active ingredient, menthol, is found in a variety of popular over-the-counter cough remedies, including Vicks Cough Drops, Halls Cough Suppressant Drops, and Cepacol Sore Throat Lozenges, and in such common external medications as Vicks VapoRub and Mentholatum Cream.
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