Boiled Mint Leaves

The_Hurricane

Hi All,

I was advised to take some boiled mint leaves with hot water for an upset stomach - where can such leaves be purchased? I've never heard of them before.


Thanks in advance.

Mojisola

Most supermarkets sell herb plants - have look for mint among them.

Even better, buy a plant.

sarah1972

The_Hurricane wrote: »

Hi All,

I was advised to take some boiled mint leaves with hot water for an upset stomach - where can such leaves be purchased? I've never heard of them before.


Thanks in advance.

Pick them off of a mint plant if you know anyone that has one, if not Sainsburys, Asda and Tesco sell fresh mint.

http://www.tesco.com/groceries/Product/Details/?id=259095864

http://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml?cmpid=ahc-_-ghs-_-asdacom-dsk-_-hp-_-sub_title#/product/910000834892

The_Hurricane

I'm guessing this is revolting.

cte1111

You could buy a pack of peppermint tea bags instead, Aldi sell some nice ones for a cheap price. I find this helps with digestion problems. It is a bit of an acquired taste though...

zygurat789

The_Hurricane wrote: »

I'm guessing this is revolting.

Why? Mint is a very popular flavouring used in the best coolery.

Mojisola

The_Hurricane wrote: »

I'm guessing this is revolting.

Why? People have been drinking mint tea for generations.

http://gourmandeinthekitchen.com/2010/fresh-mint-tea-recipe/

Unless you buy really good quality teabags, you won't get the same benefits as you will from fresh mint.

Nile

Ginger is also supposed to be good, I always carry a packet of ginger nut biscuits if I'm going on a boat trip.;)

1940sGal

Mint tea's really nice. Add a dash of honey if you need it sweetening. I planted some in the garden and it's gone crazy so now I have loads. It's gorgeous, I'll just munch on the odd leaf when I'm pottering about out there.

cte1111

Mojisola wrote: »

Why? People have been drinking mint tea for generations.

http://gourmandeinthekitchen.com/2010/fresh-mint-tea-recipe/

Unless you buy really good quality teabags, you won't get the same benefits as you will from fresh mint.

I can only say what I've found, which is that the peppermint tea bags are a real help in relieving IBS. The Aldi ones also beat much more expensive ones in a poll last year, although this was for their summer berry ones.

dianasnan

the aldi peppermint ones are very good.

I discovered that you don't need boiling water to make a good peppermint drink, just dunk the teabag in cold water and leave for 5 mins. makes a lovely refreshing drink. also works with lemon and ginger tea bags.

first time was an accident when I absent mindfully dropped the bag into a cup of cold water , then I discovered how good it tasted.:D