Mint is known as Pudina in Hindi. It is associated to the family of Lamiaceae. It is aboriginal to Europe and Asia. It is known for its aromatic properties and is used in a variety of cuisines. From the ancient times it is popular for its medicinal qualities. The best qualities are Diuretic, Antibacterial, Carminative, Decongesant and Antipruritic.
Regular consumption helps you to get rid of toxins from the body.
Mint is widely used for treating Digestive Disorders. It relaxes the muscles of the digestive tract, eases the gas passage and relieves Abominal Pain. It reduces cramps and Indigestion. Mint juice works as an Appetizer and cures Stomach Pain. It is a good home remedy for Colic infant.
Mint leaves consist of nutrients like Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, E and B complex. These constituents builds up the healthy immunity and keeps the body free from Infections and Inflammation.
Smelling foul ?? Have no fears ! Chew a few fresh mint leaves and get closer to your loved ones. It is an aid for Bad Breath. It cures Tooth Decay and used as a mouth freshener.
Mint is a good skin toner. It provides you fine and toned skin. It is best used for Acne and cure other Skin Problems. Mint paste removes Blackheads, Dark Circles and Pimples. The paste have skin lightening properties and get rid of Dry Skin.
The Antiinflammatory and Antipruritic action heals Insect stings and Bites. Crush few fresh leaves and put them over the affected area. It diminishes the Itching and Pain.
It is a best herbal remedy to get of extra fat at home. It decreases the hunger, increases the scence of fullness and satisfaction after having meal. Mint tea and chutney stimulates the digestive enzymes and promotes the fat burning process.
It consists of phytochemicals called perillyl alcohol that helps to fight different types of Cancer.
Breathing in the fumes provides a relaxing effect to the body and mind. Mint releases a small amount of serotonin that helps to beat Stress and Depression. Add mint leaves to your bath water if you are feeling low. This gives you a relief and you may feel fresh and active.
It is an effective remedy for the expecting mothers. It relieves Nausea, Indigestion and Vomiting that occurs during Morning Sickness. Chew and smell the fresh leaves daily morning to get relief from the Morning Sickness.
It purifies the blood and relieves the Muscle Cramps. Mint eases the pain associated with menses and calms the uterus.
Mint consist of a compound called Rosmarinic Acid that acts as an Antioxidant. Rosmarinic Acid inhibits the activity of leukotrienes. Leukotrienes are the prime cause of Allergic reactions. Mint is a golden key to prevent Allergy and Hay Fever. This process is similarly helpful in case of Asthma.
It alleviates the problem of Cold and Cough. Mint has a very strong smell that clears up the nasal passage and airways. This is helpful in easy breathing. Inhale it through a vapourizer to clear respiratory tract and to relieve respiratory inflammation.
Keywords : Digestive Disorders, Abominal Pain, Indigestion, Stomach Pain, Colic, Infections, Inflammation, Bad Breath, Tooth Decay, Acne, Skin Problems, Blackheads, Dark Circles, Pimples, Dry Skin, Insect stings, Bites, Itching, Pain, Cancer, Stress, Depression, Nausea, Indigestion, Vomiting, Morning Sickness, Muscle Cramps, Allergy, Hay Fever, Asthma, Cold, Cough.
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Mint ( Pudina )for Arthiritis
Heat some fresh leaves of Mint on low flame. Put it over the affected muscle or joint when warm.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Acid Reflux
Mint tea can serve as a natural digestive aid. Drink tea prepared from the Mint leaves after every meal.
Or
Chew Mint leaves after every meal.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Dark Circles
Crush some Mint leaves. Apply on the dark areas around the Eyes for 15-20 minutes and rinse. Repeat thrice a week.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Eczema
Mint ( Pudina ) has Antibacterial and Antifungal properties. These properties make Mint ( Pudina ) an effective remedy against Eczema.
Take fresh Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Crush them. Squeeze the crushed leaves to extract its juice. Apply it over the affected area 2 to 3 times a day. Leave it to dry and wash with normal water.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Blemishes
Take fresh Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Extract the juice. Apply on the face. Apply again when dries. Wash with cold water. Regular use gives you the desired result.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Gastric Catarah
Take fresh Mint juice daily to cure Gastric Catarah.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Menstrual Disorders
Mix fresh Mint leaves juice with Honey in equal quantity. Consume it 30 minutes after meals twice a day.
Mint ( Pudina ) Leaves for Strangury
Prepare tincture of Mint ( Pudina ) Leaves. Take 2 teaspoons once a day.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Body Lice
Scrub the young leaves of the plant on the affected area. It will give you relief from itching.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Hyperpigmentation
Make a paste of mint leaves. Apply it over the affected area and wash after 15 minutes.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Blocked Nose
Suck fresh 4 to 5 leaves of Mint ( Pudina ).
OR : Have one cup tea of Mint ( Pudina ) leaves twice or thrice a day.
OR : Boil 5 to 10 leaves of Mint ( Pudina ) in a bowl of water. Take vapour.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Altitude Sickness
Make decoction of the dried leaves of Mint. Have a cup once a day.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Peeling Skin
Crush fresh Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Squeeze the juice. Apply over affected parts before going to bed. Rinse in the morning.
Mint for Skin Diseases
Crush Mint leaves to make paste. Apply it over infected areas.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Body Odour
Add 5 to 6 drops of Mint ( Pudina ) extract and a half teaspoon of Rose Water ( Gulabjal ) in your bathing water. It gives you fresh and odourless day.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Stomach Problems
Use a teaspoon of dried, or a small handful of fresh leaves for each cup of tea.
Boil a handful of Mint ( Pudina ) leaves in a cup of water.
Drink the tasty and healthy tea for Stomach Problems.
Mint ( Pudina ) Oil for Facial Neuralgia
Take Mint ( Pudina ) Oil. Put 4 to 5 drops in boiling water. Inhale the vapour.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Cold
Make a herbal tea by boiling Mint ( Pudina ) leaves in water. Drink hot.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Toothache
Prepare a decoction of Mint leaves in two glasses of water. Strain. Take 1/4th glass 2-3 times a day.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Gum Disease
Boil some leaves in water for 5-10 minutes. Use as a mouth wash.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Nausea
Apply the crushed Mint ( Pudina ) leaves at nostrils of the patient.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Insect Bites
Apply the leaf juice on the affected area.
OR : Rub the crushed leaves on the affected part.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Sallow Skin
Take fresh Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Crush them. Apply over affected areas. Let it dry. Rinse with normal water.
OR : Dry Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Crush to make powder. Take a teaspoon of powder. Add Yogurt or Rose Water to make paste. Apply over affected parts. Let it dry. Rinse with normal water. It gives you light complexion and glow.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Bad Breath
Chew 3-4 leaves of Mint ( Pudina ) daily.
Or : Take dried powdered Mint ( Pudina ) leaves and use to clean your teeth. Regular application is also useful for strengthening the gums
Mint ( Pudina ) for Headache
Grind some fresh Mint ( Pudina ) leaves and apply the paste on your forehead. It is useful in headaches caused by depression or heat.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Tonsillitis
Boil a handful of Mint ( Pudina ) leaves in a cup of water till is reduced to half. Add some Honey for taste and drink warm. Use this herbal remedy thrice a day for a few days.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Belching
Mint ( Pudina in India ) contains Menthol. This nutrient promotes the secretion of bile juice into the digestive tract. This helps to reduce the belching.
Crush a handful of Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Add it to a glass of water. Drink daily for 15 days.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Morning Sickness
Boil a handful of Mint ( Pudina ) leaves in some water and inhale the fumes to get relief.
Mint for Dental Abscesses
You can use either Fresh Leaves of Mint or its Essential oil.
Apply it on the affected areas. It contains antiseptic and anti inflammatory properties. Repeat the process 2 to 3 times in a day.
Mint for Glossitis
Put a few fresh Mint leaves in one cup of water. Boil it. Simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and let it cool. Have it chilled, twice a day.
Mint for Heat Exhaustion
Extract the juice of Mint leaves by grinding and squeezing them. Pour 3-4 tablespoons of the juice in one glass of water and add a pinch of sugar in it. Drink it once a day.
Mint for Scarlet Fever
Add 4-5 crushed Mint leaves in one cup of water. Boil it. Simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and drink it twice daily.
Mint ( Pudina ) for Anorexia
Grind Mint ( Pudina ) leaves to extract out the juice. Consume a glass of it regularly. It will help to cure Anorexia.
Mint For Acne Scars
Apply fresh juice of Mint on the affected areas. Leave it for half an hour. It is rich in nutrients and have antiinflammatory effects. It will help in treating Acne, as well as Scars left after Acne.
Apply daily to get good results.
Mint for PCOS
Mint can help in reducing the symptoms of PCOS symptoms like Hirsutism. It balances the hormones in a females body.
Boil 4 to 5 fresh Mint leaves in water and have this tea every day.
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Herbal Treatment For Cold 1
When Nose is clogged with thick, non stop mucus.
Prepare a decocotion of Cockelburr Fruit, Magnolia Flower, Angelica Root and Mint Leaves.
Caution: Drink once a day only for 3 days.
Over dosage may lead to toxicity.
Herbal Treatment For Insomnia 5
Take equal quantities of Dill, Mint and Fennel. Soak 1 tsp in 1/2 cup boiling water. Take with Honey at bed time.
Herbal Treatment For Indigestion 2
Take combined mixture of White poplar, Balmony, Aniseed and Golden Seal for treatment of Indigestion .
Herbal Treatment For Constipation 1
Grind 3 leaf buds of Acacia Concinna with 1/4 tsp Tamarind paste, 2 tsp Mint leaves and 2 tsp of Coriander leaves. Add Asafoetida, Black Pepper and Salt to taste. Mix it in cooked Rice and eat.
Herbal Treatment For Asthma 12
Take half cup juice of following herbs :
Adhatoda Vasica ( Safed Vasa in India ) leaves, Mint ( Pudina in India ) leaves, Ginger ( Adrak in India ) and Lime ( Jamri Nimbu in India ). Add 1 cup Carom ( Ajvayan in India ) . Mix well. Leave it under the sun to dry. Grind to make a powder. Preserve it in a container. Take quarter spoon with Honey ( Shehad in India ) twice a day for a month.
Herbal Treatment For Blackheads 6
Mix Turmeric with Mint juice. Apply over the affected areas. Leave it for 20-25 minutes. Wash it off with warm water .
Herbal Treatment For Belching 1
Add 2 tsp of Blackberry powder and 2 tsp of Mint in a cup of boiling water. Let it cool. Drink 2-3 times a day.
Herbal Treatment For Cholera 2
Grind the root and bark of Sodom ( Akra in India ) to make a fine powder. Add some Ginger ( Adrak in India ) juice and Black Pepper ( Kali Mirch in India ). Mix properly to make a thick paste. Make pea sized pills of it. Make a decoction of Cardamom ( Choti Elaichi in India ) and Mint ( Pudina in India ) leaves. Take 1 pill with the decoction after every 2 hours. Use it for 5 days.
Herbal Treatment For Indigestion 7
Take 100 gram Mint, 100 gram Coriander, 2 or 3 Onions, One Tomato and 5 to 6 Chili. Put them in a grinder. Grind them properly. Have it with your food.
Attention : This chutney is very beneficial for digestive system. Take it whole life.
Herbal Treatment For Acid Reflux 2
Take out the juice of Tomato ( Tamatar in India ). Put one teaspoon Ginger ( Adrak in India ) Juice and one teaspoon Field Mint juice in half cup of Tomato ( Tamatar in India ) juice. Drink once a day.
Herbal Treatment For Sinusitis 1
Take 10 Cloves, 10 Field Mint leaves and 10 Eucalyptus leaves. Boil in one liter water. Inhale the steam twice a day.
Attention : You may take steam of simple water, if these ingredients are not available.
Herbal Treatment For Vomiting 1
Take one teaspoon Juice of each of the following herbs :
Basil leaves, Field Mint and Aniseed. Mix juices and have it.
Herbal Treatment For Nerve Disorder 1
Take the following dried herbs in equal quantity :
Valerian : Root
Field Mint : Leaves
Chamomile : Flowers
Caraway : Seeds
Basil : Leaves
Put all in a jar. Grind. Add one teaspoon in one cup hot water. Keep for 20 to 25 minutes and drink twice a day.
Herbal Treatment For Indigestion 1
Mix equal quantities of Aniseed, Caraway, Dill and Fennel. Add dried Mint leaves in it. Steep 1 tsp in 1/2 cup boiling water. Take 30 Minutes before a meal.
Herbal Treatment For Acid Reflux 9
Prepare a tea by adding Mint leaves and Liquorice bark. Drink once a day.
Herbal Treatment For Flatulence 14
Take 4 leaves of both Mint and Peppermint. Add half tsp seeds of each Aniseed and Caraway. Prepare tea with it. Drink once a day.
Herbal Treatment For Vomiting 3
Take Lime ( Jamri in India ) juice, Mint ( Pudina in India ) juice in equal quantity and add Ginger ( Adrak in India ) juice in half quantity.
Herbal Treatment For Age Spots 7
Grind 15 Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Now mash a Banana ( Kela ). Mix both. Apply on the face. Let it dry and wash with fresh water.
Herbal Treatment For Vomiting 4
Mix half tsp each of Lime ( Jamri Nimbu in India ) juice and Mint ( Pudina in India )juice. Add quarter tsp Ginger ( Adrak in India )juice with 1 tsp Honey ( Shehad in India ) in it. Have it once a day. It helps in stopping the Vomiting.
Herbal Treatment For Acne 14
Take equal quantity of the leaves of Mint and Basil. Crush them to make a paste. Add some Lime juice in it. Mix and apply on the Pimples.
Herbal Treatment For Acne 17
Take the following herbs :
Basil : Tulsi : Leaves : Powder : 1 teaspoon
Mint : Pudina : Leaves : Juice : 1 teaspoon
Lemon : Nimbo : Juice : 1 teaspoon
Mix them. Apply on the face till it dries. Wash with cold water.
Herbal Treatment For Stomach Ache 11
Take One teaspoon each of Mint ( Pudina in India ) juice and lime ( Jamri Nimbu in India ) juice. Add Ginger ( Adrak in India ) and one pinch of black salt ( Kala Namak in India ) to taste. Drink.
Herbal Treatment For Stomache 11
Take following herbs in equal quantity and make powder:-
Dry Ginger ( Adrak in India )
Black Pepper ( Kali Mirch in India )
Roasted Cumin Seeds ( Jira in India )
Dry Mint Leaves ( Pudina in India )
Coriander ( Dhaniya in India )
Asafetida ( Hing in India )
Garlic ( Adrak in India )
Rock Salt ( Sendha Namak in India )
Have one tablespoon after meals.
Herbal Treatment For Acne 24
Coriander ( Dhaniya in India ) has Cooling and soothing effects on the skin. Mint ( Pudina in India ) Possesses Antibacterial and Anti-fungal powers which fight against Acne.
Crush fresh leaves of Coriander ( Dhaniya in India ) and Mint ( Pudina in India ) together. Apply this paste on Acne. Let the paste dry and wash with water.
Herbal Treatment For Obesity 4
Boil some Mint leaves in water. Cool. Add salt and crushed Black Pepper in it. Drink thrice a day.
Herbal Treatment For Indigestion 21
Take half teaspoon juice of each Mint ( Pudina ) leaves and Lemon ( Nimbo ). Mix and take it with Honey ( Shehad ).
Herbal Treatment For Flatulence 19
Take the following herbs in equal quantity :
Powdered Black Pepper ( Kali Mirch in India )
Powdered Ginger ( Adrak in India )
Powdered Mint ( Pudina in India ) Leaves
Powdered Coriander ( Dhaniya in India ) Seeds
Grind them to make powder. Have half teaspoon with lukewarm water twice a day.
Herbal Treatment For Phlegm 11
Take the leaves of Mint ( Pudina ) and Eucalyptus ( Safeda ) in equal quantity. Boil in 2 liters of water. Remove from heat and take steam.
Herbal Treatment For Baldness 23
Mix half cup of Yogurt ( Dahi ) with One tablespoon each of Olive Oil ( Jaitun ka Tel ) and powdered Mint ( Pudina ).
Apply evenly on the scalp at least 1 hour before hair wash.
It gives a new shine to your hair and controls hair fall.
Herbal Treatment For Indigestion 24
Boil 7-8 leaves of Basil ( Tulsi ) and Mint ( Pudina ).
Strain and drink this water to get relief from Indigestion.
Herbal Treatment For Memory Enhancer 3
Boil Mint leaves for 8 minutes. Add 2 ml Black Cumin oil in it. Use it regularly for 1 months.
Herbal Treatment For Allergy 4
If you are allergic to dust, follow the below written formula. It diminishes the problem.
Take 10 to 12 leaves of Mint each ( Pudina ) and Basil ( Tulsi ). Boil in half liter of water. Steam for 5 minutes thrice a week.
Herbal Treatment For Allergy 5
If you are allergic to dust, follow the below steps:
Crush 5 Mint ( Pudina ) leaves and put in a cup of Yogurt ( Dahe ). Take it once a day.
Herbal Treatment For Hoarseness 5
Take the following herbs :
Cardamom : Choti Ilaichi : 2
Fennel : Saunf : 1/2 teaspoon
Mint : Pudina : Leaves : 10
Lemon : Nimbo : juice : quarter teaspoon
Boil first three ingredients in a glass of water. Add Lemon ( Nimbo ) juice and one teaspoon of Honey ( Shehad ). Have 2 tablespoons after every 4 hours.
Herbal Treatment For Hoarseness 6
Take 2 fresh leaves of Mint ( Pudina in India ) and a small piece of Ginger ( Adrak in India ). Chew them together once a day.
Herbal Treatment For Yellow Teeth 7
Take the following herbs :
Almond : Badam : Peels : Powdered : 1 tablespoon
Mint : Pudina : Leaves : Dried : Powdered : 1 tablespoon
Common Salt : Namak : 1/2 tablespoon
Mix all ingredients. Keep in a bottle. Use it daily to rub your teeth once a day before brush.
Herbal Treatment For Indigestion 26
Boil some Alfalfa ( Jungli Lucerne ) leaves or Seeds along with Mint ( Pudina ) leaves in a cup of water.
Drink Luke warm after every meal.
Herbal Treatment For Acid Reflux 14
Put some Alfalfa ( Jungli Lucerne ) leaves in a cup of boiling water.
Add few Mint ( Pudina ) Leaves.
Consume as a tea after every meal.
Herbal Treatment For Blood Impurity 2
Combine the following herbs in equal parts-
Alfalfa Leaves ( Jungli Lucerne )
Mint ( Pudina )
Stinging Nettle Leaves ( Bichu Buti )
Dandelion Leaves ( Dudal )
Put One tablespoon of herbs in a cup of water and boil to make a tea.
Drink the nourishing blend for Blood Purification.
Herbal Treatment For Belching 3
Take the following herbs :
Mint ( Pudina in India ) 10 Leaves
Ginger ( Adrak in India ) 5 gram
Fennel ( Saunf in India ) Seeds 5 gram
Put all ingredients in a glass of water. Boil on low flame. Strain. Have it slowly twice a day after meal.
Herbal Treatment For Rheumatoid Arthritis 3
Chop the fresh Mint ( Pudina ) leaves and squeeze the juice. Mix a few drops of Eucalyptus ( Safeda ) oil. Massage gently on the painful parts.
Herbal Treatment For Stomach Ache 17
Take fresh Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Crush. Extract the juice. Add half teaspoon Lemon ( Nimbo ) juice in one teaspoon of Mint ( Pudina ) juice. Have it twice a day.
OR : Prepare decoction from Mint ( Pudina ) leaves. Drink a cup 3 times a day.
Herbal Treatment For Lung Diseases 1
Take One tablespoon each of Mint leaf Juice ( Pudina ) and Carrot juice( Gaajar ). Add some Honey ( Shehad ) and take on an empty stomach in the morning for a few weeks. It strengthens the Lungs.
Herbal Treatment For Piles 18
Take a decoction of Mint ( Pudina in India ), Honey ( Shehad in India ), Ginger ( Adrak in India ),and Sweet Lime ( Mousambi in India ) for a cooling effect in Piles and to stay away from toxins.
Herbal Treatment For Dark Circles 6
Chop a handful of Mint ( Pudina ) leaves and add juice of 1/2 Lemon ( Nimbo ) in it. Apply on the Dark areas around your eyes and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Wash off gently.
Herbal Treatment For Morning Sickness 3
Take One tablespoon each Lemon ( Nimbo in India ) juice, Mint ( Pudina in India ) leaf juice and Honey ( Shehad in India ) . Add half tablespoon chopped Ginger ( Adrak in India ). Mix well and drink twice a day.
Herbal Treatment For Eczema 13
Combination of Mint ( Pudina ) and Sandalwood ( Chandan ) become a good herbal cure for Eczema. Mint ( Pudina ) has Anti-fungal and Antibacterial properties. Sandalwood ( Chandan ) has Antibacterial and cooling effects.
Squeeze and crush Mint ( Pudina ) leaves to get juice. Add Sandalwood ( Chandan ) powder. Mix it well to make a paste. Apply it over the affected area and let it dry. Wash with normal water. Repeat as long as the problem persists.
Herbal Treatment For Obesity 12
Lemon ( Nimbo in India ) eliminates the waste and detoxifies the body. Mint ( Pudina in India ) is an appetite suppressant and helps to soothe the digestive tract. Cucumber ( Khira in India ) is low in Calories and rehydrate the stomach. Ginger ( Adrak in India ) gives the feeling of fullness and reduces overeating.
Take the followings :
1 to 2 tablespoons of grated Ginger
1 sliced Cucumber
1 sliced Lemon
1/2 cup of fresh Mint leaves
Take 5 to 6 cups of water. Add all the above herbs in it. Stir well. Keep it in the refrigerator for a night. Drink it next day. Have it 2 to 3 times a day.
Note : Make a fresh infusion for everyday.
Herbal Treatment For Jaundice 14
Take 1 tablespoon of Lemon Juice, 1 tablespoon of Mint juice and 1 tablespoon of Ginger juice. Add 1/2 teaspoon of Honey to all 3 juices. Mix them well. Take 1 table spoon of this combo 2 times in a day. This will help to deal with Jaundice.
Herbal Treatment For Immunity Booster 4
Add 2 cutted Kiwi Fruits with 1 Lemon, some leaves of Parsley, 2 to 3 leaves of Mint and a half teaspoon of Honey ( Shehad ) into a half glass of water, Blend all together. Drink this mixture daily. This healthy juice will enhance your immunity.
Herbal Treatment For Obesity 14
Blend 2 leaves of Mint, some fresh leaves of Parsley, a half teaspoon of Honey ( Shehad ), half Lemon and 2 Kiwi Fruits with a glass of fresh water. Daily intake of this juice will help you in reducing your weight.
Herbal Treatment For Leucoderma 6
Take a hand full of Margosa ( Neem ) leaves and Mint leaves. Add 2 big spoons of Aloe Vera gel to the mixture. Apply on the affected area and leave it for 20 minutes. Repeat the process 2 times in a day.
Herbal Treatment For Wrinkles 10
Extract the juices of 4-5 fresh Mint leaves, half teaspoon of Rose Water and 4-5 pieces of Cucumber. Soak the cotton ball in the juice and apply on the wrinkles. Leave it for 15 minutes. Wash it with warm water.