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 ==News About Peppermint ==
-'''What Is Peppermint Oil Good For?'''
+'''Health Benefits of Cilantro, Basil, Rosemary, Dill and Mint'''
-*Source:http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/mint-potassium-7269.html
+*Source:http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/health-benefits-cilantro-basil-rosemary-dill-mint-4675.html
-:(San Francisco Gate)
+:By Tracey Roizman (DC)
-When you think of peppermint flavoring, a favorite ice cream, chewing gum or toothpaste may come to mind. Besides its use in such products, the peppermint plant and its aromatic oil also have a long history in traditional herbal medicine, Today, modern research suggests that peppermint oil may be an effective remedy for several health issues.
+Both ornamental and useful, herbs offer an abundance of beneficial properties for health, healing and nutrition. Cilantro, basil, rosemary, dill and mint are easy to grow, store well and can be used fresh or dried. Consult your doctor or qualified health professional for advice about using herbs to treat a medical condition.
+Cilantro
-:Peppermint Oil
+Cilantro, a native of southwest Asia and North Africa, contains high levels of antioxidants and acts as a digestive aid, according to the Utah State University Extension Service. This flavorful herb also helps prevent urinary tract infections and has antibacterial effects on bacteria and fungi. Additionally, cilantro demonstrated the ability to detoxify mercury from contaminated ground water in a test tube study published in the February 2005 issue of the "Journal of Hazardous Materials." Researchers concluded that cilantro shows promise as a natural method of water purification.
-The volatile oil extracted from the peppermint plant, Mentha piperita, contains more than 100 different components. However, Its major ingredients are menthol and several chemical variants of menthol, which are largely responsible for its aroma and its pungent flavor. When applied topically, peppermint oil has a numbing effect, a characteristic that has led practitioners of traditional medicine to use it for skin irritations and as a component of chest rubs to ease symptoms of respiratory disorders. As a traditional remedy, peppermint may also be eaten to ease digestive disorders, headaches, menstrual cramps and anxiety.
+:Basil
-:Effects
+Basil contains a compound that provides antibacterial benefits, according to a Colorado State University press release. The compound, called rosmarinic acid, may kill Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a common soil-borne bacteria to which people with compromised immune systems are particularly susceptible. Pseudomonas can infect the lungs or can gain entry through a skin wound to infect the blood. Both the leaves and roots of basil secrete the substance, though higher concentrations are found in the leaves. Basil is also noted for its potential anti-viral, antioxidant and anti-cancer properties.
-Menthol in peppermint oil has several effects on your body, according to experts at Harvard University. It blocks structures in cell membranes called calcium channels, which allow the mineral calcium to enter cells. In muscle cells, peppermint blocks calcium channels in such a way to make the muscles relax. This may explain the calming effect of peppermint on the gastrointestinal tract, where it may suppress nausea but speed the emptying of the stomach. Peppermint oil may also have natural antioxidant properties, according to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Antioxidants protect you from the damaging effects of free radicals, chemicals produced as byproducts of digestion or exposure to environmental toxins.
+:Rosemary
-:Research
+Rosemary's primary active ingredients, rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid, help fight breast cancer, via their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities. Rosemary may also speed the processing of estrogen by the liver and contains high levels of vitamin E, which helps balance estrogen levels. Its combination of cancer-fighting, hormone-balancing and liver-supporting properties makes rosemary a useful natural alternative to the breast cancer drug tamoxifen, according to the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. A tissue culture study published in the June 2010 issue of the journal "Plant Foods and Human Nutrition" found that rosemary was effective against a variety of cancers, including leukemia, prostate and lung cancers. Further studies are needed to confirm these preliminary results.
-Clinical research suggests that peppermint oil may help alleviate symptoms of several gastrointestinal disorders, including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS. In one study published in the May 2010 issue of "Digestive Diseases and Sciences," subjects with IBS who consumed capsules containing peppermint oil for eight weeks experienced significant improvement in their symptoms, compared to a placebo group. In a laboratory study of peppermint oil extracts and cancer, published in the March 2011 issue of "International Journal of Toxicology," researchers reported that the oil significantly slowed growth and eventually caused the death of six different types of cultured human cancer cells. In addition, Memorial Sloan-Kettering reports that compounds in peppermint oil may provide protection against the damaging effects of several cancer-causing compounds. Evidence that peppermint oil may have anti-cancer effects is promising, but clinical trials with human subjects are needed to confirm this possibility.
+:Dill
-:How To Use
+Dill may offer anti-fungal benefits, according to the University of the Pacific Health Services. The herb, which originated in the Mediterranean and is the only plant in its genus, may also be useful as a safe and natural anti-fungal, according to a study published in the 2012 issue of the journal "PLoS one." In the study, researchers applied dill essential oil to cultures of Aspergillus mold and found that dill oil killed mold cells by disrupting the cell membranes. Dill also caused dysfunction in the energy-producing mechanisms of the mold cells that resulted in increased oxidative damage.
-Peppermint oil is available at most health-food stores, usually in tablets or capsules. Although generally considered safe and without significant side effects, do not take peppermint oil if you have gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, because the oil may worsen symptoms by relaxing the muscle separating your esophagus and stomach. The oil may also interact with some medications, including immuno-suppressive drugs, medicines that reduce stomach acid, diabetes drugs and medications used to treat high blood pressure. Do not take peppermint oil if you are pregnant because its safety during pregnancy has not been established. Discuss peppermint oil with your physician to decide if it might be helpful for your situation.
+:Mint
+Mint offers soothing relief from cramping, bloating, constipation and diarrhea associated with irritable bowel syndrome, according to Harvard Health Publications. Menthol, the active ingredient in mint, relaxes muscles by blocking the flow of calcium, the chemical messenger that causes muscles to contract. Peppermint oil contains particularly high levels of antioxidants. A study published in the 2011 issue of the "Journal of the University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy" found that antioxidants in peppermint survive the drying process and are present in the dried form of the herb.
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