Question 1

do york peppermint patties calm the stomach?

Accepted Answer

Peppermint Patties: There is sugar and other additives in candy such as Peppermint Patties.  You are better off drinking some peppermint tea or ginger tea.  Always consult your doctor if you have chronic or severe GI symptoms.

Question 2

he's 10 weeks old. can he have a soft peppermint ?

Accepted Answer

Would not recommend: candy for a 10 week old infant.

Question 3

i drank a small amount of peppermint extract, is that bad?

Accepted Answer

No though may cause: Peppermint is used as a medicinal herb. It is a natural antimicrobial and is used to reduce cramps and spasms in irritable bowel syndrome. In some people too much peppermint may cause temporary gastroesophogeal reflux (leading to a case of heartburn), so that is the worst that might happen.

Question 4

could peppermint cure cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: I wish peppermint could cure cancer! but no, it can't.

Question 5

what's peppermint oil used for?

Accepted Answer

Peppermint for GI sx: Peppermint oil is often used as a supplement to reduce nausea or vomiting or to quell heartburn or indigestion. It has also been used for upper respiratory and skin conditions.

Question 6

what are reasons why someone takes peppermint oil capsules?

Accepted Answer

Several uses: Peppermint oil has multiple uses.  A very popular one is for irritable bowel syndrome (ibs). http://tinyurl.com/kjesndd it can also help with indigestion.  Peppermint oil can be used topically to help abdominal distension, antispasmodic in UGI endoscopy, headaches including migraine, and postherpetic neuralgia. A dilution is used in these latter situations.

Question 7

is peppermint tea ok on warfarin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: No negative interactions were found with Warfarin and peppermint teas per the Drugs.Com drug interaction checker.

Question 8

could peppermint candy make me gain weight?

Accepted Answer

If you eat enough: Of anything it can cause weight gain if calories consumed exceed calories burned.

Question 9

will chewing peppermint leaves improve one's breath?

Accepted Answer

Peppermint leaves: Peppermint leaves will not cure gum disease, cavities, or acid reflux. The peppermint will mask the halitosis, but not cure it. Determine the cause of your problem, treat it, and be rid of it. Seek a consultation with a local dentist to start.

Question 10

is menthol and peppermint the same? i cannot have ingredients with menthol.

Accepted Answer

Menthol: is derived from peppermint

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