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    <title>Comments on: Peppermint: More Than Just Fresh Breath</title>
    <description>National Nutrition Health Supplements and Health Concerns Articles</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:51:08 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Rachel, 
Indeed, peppermint has many great health implications, but like anything, there are times when it's not recommended. Peppermint can also be applied topically to soothe sore muscles, digestion, headaches and migraines. You can simply mix peppermint oil with a carrier oil. You can learn more about this article here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP4zREFLj90&amp;list=PLFydSZTC8qlbfjY2KHRR9lCDLZNLDd5k5&amp;index=11&amp;pp=iAQB" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP4zREFLj90&list=PLFydSZTC8qlbfjY2KHRR9lCDLZNLDd5k5&index=11&pp=iAQB</a>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jul 2024 16:45:36 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-7590</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
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      <title>By: Rachel Rock</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I did not know that there were so many situations where peppermint shouldn't be consumed (eg in case of gallstones, biliary tract obstruction, liver damage, pregnancy, nursing, and liver damage)-I'll make a note to be careful with this herb! Anyway, I didn't know that peppermint exerts its antispasmodic activity antispasmodic activity iby blocking calcium channels in intestinal muscle cells. I also didn't know that it is also called carminative!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:59:29 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-6691</link>
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      <author>scoeruleus@gmail.com (Rachel Rock)</author>
      <dc:creator>Rachel Rock</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello,

Peppermint is great in natural body wash to revitalize the skin and wake it up, but as an essential oil it can support headaches and upset stomach when applied topically. As a tea, peppermint is very soothing and a great tea to have after consuming a large meal for boosted digestion. 

We think you'll enjoy our video on peppermint essential oil:
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP4zREFLj90" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow ugc">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP4zREFLj90</a>

Enjoy!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 23:00:13 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-2741</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: RoseWithThorns</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I love peppermint! I love peppermint toothpaste, mouthwash, candies, lotions, chapstick, tea, etc! I love anything flavored with peppermint mainly because of its refreshing scent and feeling. I just feel so clean and when using peppermint items and love the way it makes your breath feel, so fresh and so clean! Peppermint also energizes me and reminds me of the holidays (probably because of candy canes). Peppermint just gives me all the feels and I'm so happy that it has so many great benefits to it as well!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:01:02 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-2725</link>
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      <author>bella_chica01@hotmail.com (RoseWithThorns)</author>
      <dc:creator>RoseWithThorns</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Valerie-Jean, 

 We are glad you have enjoyed our article on Peppermint. It's important to remember, while essential oils need to be diluted in oils before being applied to the skin, essential oils should never be ingested. There are food grade oils that can be ingested, but as you read, essential oils are not food grade. Peppermint oil does help with digestion and headaches or muscle soreness when mixed with grape seed oil and applied topically on the abdomen, temples or area of soreness. Thank you for your comment and if you'd like to learn more about essential oils, check out these articles too:

<a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/essential-oils/lavender-essential-oil/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/essential-oils/lavender-essential-oil/</a>

<a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/essential-oils/eucalyptus-essential-oil/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/essential-oils/eucalyptus-essential-oil/</a>

Have a healthy day!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2021 20:58:13 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-1254</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
      <dc:creator>National Nutrition</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Valerie-Jean, 

That is correct! There are food grade oils that can be ingested; however, essential oils aren't food grade and should only be used for diffusing, topical application when diluted or home DIY's. Peppermint tea or loose herbs is a safer alternative or for upset stomach, one can dilute peppermint essential oil and rub in in a clockwise motion on the abdomen. 

Stay healthy & safe.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 20:56:20 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-1204</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Kalyani, 

Peppermint is a great way to promote relaxation and soothing vibes. It also helps with gut health and digestion when taken internally or applied topically. You're right, when used in higher amounts, it can be quite energizing, it's actually great to add to body wash or lotion to increase circulation. As you mentioned, when taken internally, it needs to be certified safe for ingestion as essential oils are not safe for ingestion. 
Since you also enjoy diffusing lavender oil, here's our article with some lovely essential oil DIY's:

<a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/essential-oils/lavender-essential-oil/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/essential-oils/lavender-essential-oil/</a>

Have a healthy day!]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2021 17:02:25 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-1159</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
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      <title>By: Kalyani Moore</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I really like Peppermint! I used to drink peppermint tea all the time. I did find it very relaxing. I did not know specifically how it affected the intestines, but now I do. It's a short article but has some really great information. Unfortunately, drinking tea is something I can no longer do. Instead, for internal use,
I use the Peppermint Drops diluted in a bottle of water,  that are safe to take internally. You only need one drop in a bottle of water. It's quite strong. It sounds like it would taste awful, but it doesn't. You just have to make sure that they are safe to take internally. I also use peppermint for bathing. So refreshing and relaxing. And of course I put peppermint and lavender in my diffuser. This combination also makes a nice linen spray, since, if these oils are used in small amounts, it quite soothing and promote sleep. I find these 2 oils in large amounts to do quite the opposite. They can be quite revitalizing.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2021 20:52:59 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-1141</link>
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      <author>moorekalyani@gmail.com (Kalyani Moore)</author>
      <dc:creator>Kalyani Moore</dc:creator>
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      <title>By: National Nutrition</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Hello Joey, 

Peppermint is a great supplement to help with digestive issues and bloating. It can also be used topically in essential oil form when diluted with grape seed oil. It can be rubbed in a clockwise motion on the abdomen for relief. You may also enjoy our article on ginger, because it also helps very well with bloating and digestion. 

<a href="https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/ginger/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/ginger/</a>

Stay healthy & well]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2021 20:50:34 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-1140</link>
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      <author>natasha@nationalnutrition.ca (National Nutrition)</author>
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      <title>By: Joey D</title>
      <description><![CDATA[I have started buying peppermint as a loose herb as well as in tea form and has made a world of difference with issues caused by gas and bloating. I would definitely recommend trying peppermint if you currently have digestion issues. I even toss the herbs into a jug of water and that also adds a great taste and assists with digestion.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2021 19:37:38 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.nationalnutrition.ca/articles/supplements/peppermint/#comment-1040</link>
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      <author>replay77@rogers.com (Joey D)</author>
      <dc:creator>Joey D</dc:creator>
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