Health Benefits of apple mint--anti-cancer properties being one of them

Health Benefits

Apple mint leaves have certain medicinal properties.

• The crushed leaves of this plant are said to eliminate the pain caused by bee sting, wasp stings and other insect bites. They bring about a cooling effect on the affected part of the body.
•  The flowers can be used to make tea which if consumed when promotes digestion, cures many ailments such as intestine problems, stomach pain and refreshes the mind.
• The Apple mint leaves also help in breaking down fat and accelerating metabolism level.
• The mint leaves contains nutrients like iron, potassium, calcium, vitamin A and C which replenish our body.
• The leaves have anti-cancer properties.
• Powdered leaves can be used to whiten the teeth.
• The essential oil extracted from the leaves is used in aromatherapy to cure acne, colic, cramp, colds, flu, stress, shock, asthma and travel sickness.