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How much peppermint is safe to inhale daily? i inhale 15+ drops pure pep.mint oil diluted in steam daily as expectorant for mucus/pnd. trying to figure cause of recent severe migraines/neuro symptoms
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Not sure: Although you may tolerate peppermint oil via the nose, it is not a good idea to breathe any type of oil into your lungs. If you have so much problem, you should consult an allergist instead of self-treating with something which may turn out to be harmful to you .
Answered 11/27/2017
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