Peppermint oil is a type of essential oil extracted from the leaves of the peppermint plant. This essential oil contains over 40 different compounds, including menthol.

Peppermint oil has many properties related to health. Here are 5 health benefits of peppermint oil:

– Peppermint oil reduces irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

– Peppermint oil is helpful in the reduction of nausea.

– Peppermint oil is effective in giving relief from chronic itching.

– Peppermint oil may act as an antibacterial against some species of bacteria.

– Peppermint oil has the properties of alleviating pain and relaxing muscles.