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Posted: Dec Thu 14, 2006 9:20 pm Post subject: Peppermint Oil Research |
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Peppermint Oil Research
Dear Friends In Health,
Here is some helpful research that was done on Peppermint Oil. We've been using it for years - interesting that the research shows up very helpful on what we've been using it for! Enjoy! Nancy
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Hi there, We have huge success with headaches with Peppermint on the temples
and back of neck. Headache usually gone within minutes.
It's fun seeing their reaction.
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Fragrant Influence:
Peppermint-VS-headache
At the Convention we were shown research that has been done on the Essential oils and here's what was found on peppermint.
Peppermint:
Family: Lamiancea
Genus: Mantha
Species: Piperita
ORAC: 37,300
Medical Properties:
Anti-inflammatory, antitumoral, antiparasitic,(worms), antibacteria, antiviral, antifungal, gallbladder/digestive stimulant, pain-relieving,
curbs appetie.
USES:
Rheumatism/arthritis, respiratory infections (pneumonia, tuberculosis, etc), obesity, viral infections, (herpes simplex, herpes zoster, cold sores, human papilloma virus, etc.), fungal infections/candida, digestive problems, headaches, nausea, skin conditions (itchy skin, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, varicouse veins), scoliosis/lumbago/back problems.
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Study were conducted at Christian-Albrechts University. and the found the effect of topically-applied peppermint oil on a tension-type headache was examined in a randomized, placebo-controlled double-blind crossover study. "The peppermint oil seemed to be a harmless and effective treatment for tension-type headaches." They concluded.-------Badia et al., 1990
Peppermint -vs-Pain:
University of Kiel researchers found that peppermint oil with a mixture of eucalyptus oil reduced headaches in a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized, cross-over design study. Also when inhaled, it impoves/restores sense of taste by stimulating the trigeminal nerve.
Diluted peppermint oils was applied to the temples and forehead of 32 human volunteers.
"A significant analgesic effect with a reduction in sensitivity to headache was produced by peppermint oil." --- Gobel et al., 1994
Peppermint vs. Irritation:
Peppermint reduced emotional irritation---from 6.7 to 5.8 after inhalation--Gobel et al., 1994
Peppermint vs. Depression:
Peppermint decreased depression from a 2 to1.6 after inhalation
Peppermint vs. Inactivity;
Peppermint and Eucalyptus decreased inactivity---Goble et al., 1994
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Peppermint vs. Radiation Damage:
---A 2004 study published in the Journal of Radiation Research found that ingesting peppermint oil reversed declines in
glutathione caused by treatment with gamma radiation.
---Glutathione is the most important antioxidant and detoxification enzyme in the liver.
---Peppermint reduced levels oxidozed [rancid] fats in the tissues caused by radiation damage.
-Samarth and Kumar, 2004
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Peppermint & Exercise;
Recent research published in 2001 in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology found that inhalation of peppermint
increased athletic performance in human volunteers.
---40 young adult volunteers were tested (20 men, 20 women)
---Running ability, strength, and fitness were measured
---2 drops of peppermint oil were placed on adhesive strip placed under participant's nose
Peppermint Improves Fitness;
Runners finished the 400-meter dash faster using peppermint oil inhalation---Raudenbush, 2001
Peppermint Increases Strength;
Athletes showed significant increase in strength as determined by stronger handgrip following peppermint oil inhalation--- Raudenbush,2001
Peppermint Improves Endurance;
Exercisers completed more pushups (performed until exhaustion) after peppermint oil inhalation----Raudenbush,2001
Peppermint Improves Productivity;
A 2002 research study at Wheeling Jesuit University by Bryan Raudenbush and colleagues found that peppermint improved clerical productivity.
21 participants were divided into two groups:
--1st group was exposed to peppermint fragrance
--2nd group was exposed to a non-odor situation
Improved Cognitive Function;
Participants showed markedly improved performance on card-sorting task (rearranging 30 randomized cards alphabetically in 30 seconds)---Raudenbush,2002
Better Accuracy on Typing Test;
Participants showed markedly improved performance on typing accuracy .
Faster Speed;
Participants showed markedly improved net typing speed---Raudenbush, 2002
Alan Hirsch, M.D. researched peppermint's stimulation of the brain's satiety center (ventromedial nucleus of the hypothalamus)
to curb appetite.
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Information provided here is in no way intended to replace proper medical help. It is not for diagnostic or prescriptive use. Consult with the health authorities of your choice. -Nancy Coulter |
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