Mint effects and contraindications

Mint is known for its cooling effect. It not only has edible value, but also has a very high medicinal value. There are dozens of types of mint. The most common mint is common mint, also called native mint or Chinese mint. Because mint is a medicine, we need to know its effects and contraindications, use it correctly, and avoid adverse effects on our bodies. So, what are the effects and contraindications of mint?

The efficacy and function of mint leaves

1. A small amount of mint can excite the central nervous system, promote blood circulation and sweat gland secretion, dilate the surrounding capillaries and dissipate heat, and can be used to relieve summer heat and fever. Therefore, mint has the effect of lowering body temperature.

2. Mint contains factors such as menthol, which can have a cooling effect on the skin, so it can reduce inflammation, relieve pain, relieve itching, detoxify and evacuate wind-heat.

3. Drinking mint in tea can invigorate the stomach, dispel wind, eliminate phlegm, promote bile secretion, and resist spasms. It can also improve symptoms such as colds, fever, sore throat, swelling and pain, itchy skin, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, indigestion, and constipation.

4. It can relieve headaches, promote metabolism, and has a therapeutic effect on respiratory inflammation symptoms;

5. Lower blood pressure and nourish the heart.

6. Its cool aroma can also relieve tense emotions, make the body and mind happy, and help you fall asleep.

7. Regularly eating foods made with mint leaves has a good protective effect on the gallbladder and liver, and can be used to treat gastric ulcers.

8. Mint leaves also contain anti-inflammatory agents, which are very effective for burns and scalds. Not only do they make people feel less burning and uncomfortable, but they can also prevent the spread of inflammation.

9. Contemporary scientists have studied a large number of drugs and found that mint leaves have the ability to prevent the growth of blood vessels in cancer lesions, depriving cancer tumors of blood supply and eventually causing them to die of "starvation".

Mint taboos

Mint is cool in nature, so you should pay attention to some taboos when eating it. People who are not suitable for it should eat less.

1. Pregnant women should not consume too much mint. Because mint can inhibit milk secretion, breastfeeding women should not use it too much.

2. Patients with lung deficiency cough, yin deficiency fever and sweating, and blood deficiency dizziness should also use it with caution.

3. Mint has the effect of refreshing the mind, so it is not advisable to drink too much at night.