Peppermint

Peppermint, or Mentha piperita, is well known in traditional medicine for its ability to ease intestinal discomfort. It tastes cold and energizing. Studies on animals and in test tubes indicate that plant substances called flavonoids, which are present in peppermint, may decrease mast cell activation. These are immune system cells that are common in the stomach and can occasionally cause bloating. Additionally, peppermint relaxes the stomach, according to tests conducted on animals, which may help to reduce intestinal spasms and the associated bloating and pain.

Peppermint oil pills may also help with stomach discomfort, bloating, and other digestive issues. Bloating has not been studied with peppermint tea. According to one research, a single tea bag provided six times the amount of peppermint oil as a dose of peppermint leaf capsules. As a result, peppermint tea might be rather strong. Peppermint tea is available as a single ingredient or in tea blends designed for stomach comfort. 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water, 1 tablespoon (1.5 grams) dried peppermint leaves, 1 tea bag, or 3 tablespoons (17 grams) fresh peppermint leaves Allow for a 10-minute steep before straining.