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What are the pros and cons of me smoking mint leaves temporarily and occasionally while being nasal and having phlem build up? the short and long term

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

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No bad effects: Smoking mint leaves usually leaves the person with a menthol flavour when used. Mint leaves have been known to treat a number of health complications like bronchitis, nasal congestion, itching, rheumatism, toothaches and wasp stings. However, the user may experience nausea, heart burns, headaches and muscle tremors.

Answered 10/14/2013

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A member asked:

What are the pros and cons of me smoking mint leaves temporarily and occasionally while being nasal and having phlem build up? the short and long term

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

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