Mint Leaves: Health Benefits

Since ancient times, people have used different types of mint all over the world. A variety of mint plants offer you lots of anti-oxidant properties and health benefits.
Mint leaves also called Pudina are popular aromatic herbs known for their freshness with several health benefits.
Mint leaves are packed with antioxidants and phytonutrients, which contains vitamin A, vitamin C, B-complex, phosphorous, calcium, and has anti-bacterial properties
It is one of the rich sources of iron, potassium, and manganese which improves haemoglobin levels and promotes brain function.
Mint leaves are low in calories and contain a minimal amount of protein and fat so you can add mint leaves in your weight loss diet program easily.
Science has proven that mint has plenty of health benefits for your body.
Mint leaves are known as an amazing appetizer. It helps to promote the digestive system by stimulating digestive enzymes.
Mint oil has antiseptic and antibacterial properties to relieve indigestion, stomach infections, etc.
It acts as an anti-spasmodic remedy due to the presence of methanol in it.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a common disorder of the digestive system. It can cause stomach pain, constipation, diarrhoea, bloating, and indigestion. The main and important treatment for irritable bowel syndrome is a change of diet but some studies have shown that mint oil can be helpful.
Mint oil contains a compound called menthol which gives relaxing effects on the muscles of the digestive tract.
Studies have shown that mint leaves can also be used to treat breastfeeding pain, stress and depression and can be used to boost immunity.

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