Mentha piperita: Medicinal uses and pharmacological properties
Faculty of Medical Sciences, Department of Eastern Medicine, Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan.
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International Journal of Scholarly Research in Biology and Pharmacy, 2022, 01(01), 041–045.
Article DOI: 10.56781/ijsrbp.2022.1.1.0025
Publication history:
Received on 06 July 2022; revised on 01 September 2022; accepted on 03 September 2022
Abstract:
Mentha piperita (Mint) is a well-known herb belong to family Lamiaceae. Mint is famous as “herb of hospitality” in Greek mythology. It is used worldwide for culinary purposes. Mentha piperita has many therapeutic effects and used in different ailments. It is used extensively in gastric problems. It consists many bioactive compounds which showed different pharmacological effects. It is also an aromatic herb and also fame for its fragrance. Essential oils have strong aroma and a complex composition. They are natural and volatile secondary metabolites. It is used in drinks, teas, jellies, toffees, syrups, and in ice-creams. Mint leaves possess a deep, fresh, and aromatic flavor with a cool smack.
Keywords:
Mint; Mentha; Pipermint; Medicinal uses; Essential oil
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