[[File:Mint.jpg|thumb|290px|left|Menta haplocalyx]]Other Names : Menta haplocalyx, Herba Menthae, Field mint, Wild Mint, Corn Mint, Bo He, 薄荷, Yerba Buena, Herba Menthae Haplocalycis<br>
See also :
* [[Peppermint]]
* [[Mexican Mint]]
==Special Precautions of Mint==
*Peppermint oil can cause heartburn and digestive upset, and should be used with caution by people with heartburn, hiatal hernia, severe liver damage, gallbladder inflammation, or bile duct obstructionAvoid its use during Pregnancy.*Although rare, some people have experienced allergic reaction to topical application Avoid in case of peppermintNursing Mothers as it may cause insufficient Lactation.*People with gallstones It should consult not be overcooked, add it at the end while preparing a physician before taking oral peppermint preparationsdecoction* Contraindicated for debilitated patients with Exterior Deficiency (spontaneous sweat).*The safety of peppermint oil in pregnant or nursing women isn't knownContraindicated for those with Liver Yang Rising.*Peppermint oil shouldn't be applied topically to broken skin. Large amounts shouldn't be applied to skinContraindicated for those with Yin Deficiency with Heat signs.*Peppermint tea can cause choking in children and infants Contraindicated for those with Blood Deficiency due to the mentholYin Deficiency Heat.*Pure peppermint oil is toxic at small dosesContraindicated for those with hiatal hernia. * The pure essential oil should not be taken orallyinhaled by small children.*Call your health practitioner if you experience headache, flushing, skin rash, muscle tremors, or other unusual symptoms.* See also precautions of [[Linalool]]
==The benefits of Mint are==
* Digestion: Mint is a good appetizer and promotes digestion, due to its typical aroma. It also soothes stomach in cases of indigestion, inflammation etc. This aroma of mint activates the saliva glands in our mouth as well as glands which secrete digestive enzymes, thereby facilitating digestion. Thus it is extensively used in culinary.