Enteric-Coated Peppermint Oil Cures

Enteric coated peppermint oil capsules can be useful for many things. Enteric coated supplements are covered with a protective substance that keeps the medicine intact until it reaches the small intestine. Peppermint has a long history of use in traditional medicine practices around the world and is probably best known as a natural digestive aid, but also helps with many other conditions. Always take the supplement as directed on the packaging label.

Stomach Problems

Peppermint oil's ability to soothe the stomach makes it a useful remedy for indigestion and motion sickness. Due to its strong antispasmodic properties, which soothe the stomach muscles, it is especially helpful for treating heartburn and gas.

Crohn's Disease and Hepatitis

Peppermint oil stimulates the release of bile, a substance produced by the liver, so it is helpful in easing the symptoms of chronic hepatitis, which causes many digestive disturbances because of its effect on the liver and the substances it secretes that aid in breaking down food properly. Increased bile flow can also help decrease diarrhea and the bowel-related problems common to Crohn's disease.

Food Poisoning

Peppermint has strong antibacterial properties. A Japanese study published in the January 1995 Journal of Applied Bacteriology found that this oil stopped the growth of salmonella in foods stored at 86 degrees Fahrenheit for two days.

Gallstones

Acute gallstone attacks can be mitigated by peppermint oil supplements. Gallstone attacks are spasms in the bile duct and peppermint oil has strong antispasmodic properties. However, peppermint oil should be used specifically for acute gallstone attacks and not for other gallbladder disorders.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

IBS results from partially digested food passing from the small intestine to the colon. This can cause cramping and diarrhea. Peppermint oil stops the contractions of the smooth muscles that line the intestine. This action helps reverse the symptoms of IBS.