A 38-year-old member asked:

Is peppermint tea good for getting rid of bloating? i know it aids disgestion but can it also help get rid of a bloated stomach?

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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered

Psychiatry 27 years experience

Possibly: Peppermint oil has been used effectively for a variety of digestive issues (flatus, nausea, bloating, vomiting, cramps, loose bowel movements, heartburn, indigestion & irritable bowel syndrome). However, you may have better effect with enteric coated capsules.

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