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A member asked:
Is menthol crystal bad for ones immune system if inhaled. i normally mix it with vicks vaporup, i don't know y i do, i guess i just like the scent, so is it?
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Not known to be bad: Like many natural remedies research is limited, but i could find no evidence that menthol crystals are harmful. See http://www.Globalhealingcenter.Com/natural-health/menthol-crystals-for-lung-cleansing/ for the best article I have found on the benefits of menthol crystals.
Answered 3/23/2018
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