PHYTO- NUTRIENTS |
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NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS | Digestion – Carminative and Digestant, relieving gastrointestinal spasms, gas and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome by relaxing intestinal smooth muscle |
PLANT FAMILY | Mint. Related to: Basil, Rosemary, Oregano, Marjoram, Sage, Thyme |
HEALING USE | 1/2 tsp in 8oz water, steep to make tea |
DANGERS | High Pesticide levels – buy Organic |
Adapted from:
Murray, M. (2005). Encyclopedia of Healing Food. New York, N.Y.: Atria Books