Δυόσμος | Iliostasio 20g

The spreadmint (Mentha viridis = M. spicata) belongs to the family of Heilanthes. This is a perennial plant, which reaches 70 cm in height. It is very similar to mint, but differs in the color of the leaves and stem. In mint the color is green, while in mint dark violet.

The main component of mint essential oil is the substance (R) -carbon, a substance that has antispasmodic properties, while stimulating the human body. This substance has been proposed as a mosquito repellent by the US Environmental Protection Agency.

Mint essential oil is very effective as a fungicide, while it is proposed as an alternative against insects that infect stored products. The antioxidant activity of mint is very high and comparable to strong synthetic antioxidants, due to its content of flavonoids and other phenolic substances.

The infusion of dried mint helps to treat gastrointestinal problems, having antispasmodic action and relieving stomach pain, indigestion, diarrhea and gas. In addition, it has tonic and antiseptic properties.