Recommended Temperature: 331 F / 166 C

Main Properties: Widely considered to be carminative, relieves muscle spasms, increases sweating and antiseptic properties.  It is also believed that peppermint tea helps with indigestion and relaxes the muscles of the digestive tract.  It is thought that peppermint's therapeutic value lies in its ability to relieve wind, flatulence, bloating and colic.  Studies have shown that it relieves colon spasms and helps to cure ulcers.  Peppermint also is thought to ease nervous headaches.