The effects and benefits of drinking water infused with mint leaves
Disease description:
My throat has been uncomfortable lately, and my voice often becomes hoarse. A friend suggested I drink water steeped with mint leaves. What are the specific benefits of doing this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Drinking mint leaf tea can help relieve allergies, as mint leaves are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that aid in alleviating various allergy symptoms. It is also commonly used to treat colds; the menthol in mint leaves helps dissolve phlegm in the throat and reduce soreness. Mint leaves have significant antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects—the catecholic acid they contain acts as an effective anti-inflammatory agent with certain antibacterial properties. Drinking mint leaf tea can refresh the mind, improve negative emotions such as depression, and help ease irritability and insomnia. Additionally, it aids digestion by promoting bile secretion and increasing gastric juice production, thereby relieving gastrointestinal discomfort. Overall, drinking mint leaf tea offers multiple health benefits.
