Peppermint essential oil: its phytochemistry, biological activity, pharmacological effect and application
Meta-analysis / review
Abstract
This review of peppermint (Mentha x piperita) essential oil (rich in menthol and menthone) summarises its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, immunomodulatory, antitumour, neuroprotective and antioxidant activities and its protective effects across gastrointestinal, skin and respiratory systems.
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How to cite
Zhao, H., Ren, S., Yang, H., Tang, S. and others (2022) 'Peppermint essential oil: its phytochemistry, biological activity, pharmacological effect and application', Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 154, pp. 113559. doi:10.1016/j.biopha.2022.113559
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