Fight Foodborne Bacteria
Scientists tested peppermint oil on bacteria like E. coli, listeria, and salmonella. They found that it can stop all three from growing.
It can also kill Staphylococcus aureus, a bacteria that causes skin infections, pneumonia, meningitis, and more.
Calm Seasonal Allergies
Peppermint can help you enjoy the outdoors more when it’s allergy season. It has a compound called rosmarinic acid that can lower your body’s histamine reaction.
This may mean fewer symptoms like an irritated, stuffy nose, sneezing, and red, itchy eyes.
