A review of the bioactivity and potential health benefits of peppermint tea (Mentha piperita L.)
Meta-analysis / review
Abstract
This review of peppermint (Mentha piperita) tea and oil summarises its bioactivity, including antimicrobial, antiviral, antioxidant, antitumour and antiallergenic actions, gastrointestinal smooth-muscle relaxation (antispasmodic), and analgesic effects, with clinical evidence for irritable bowel syndrome.
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How to cite
McKay, D.L. and Blumberg, J.B (2006) 'A review of the bioactivity and potential health benefits of peppermint tea (Mentha piperita L.)', Phytotherapy Research, 20(8), pp. 619-633. doi:10.1002/ptr.1936
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