What This Product Actually Is
This is a botanical food supplement in enteric-coated capsule form, providing 100mg of pure peppermint oil per capsule, extracted via steam distillation from the whole peppermint plant (leaves, stems, and shoots). This is specifically an oral capsule product — not a liquid essential oil bottle, and not intended for topical application, diffusing, or household use of any kind.
As covered in more detail in our bloating and IBS guide, peppermint oil is one of the more researched natural options specifically for IBS-related abdominal discomfort and gas. Menthol, the compound believed responsible for its effects, is understood to have a relaxant effect on intestinal muscle — a genuine, studied mechanism, though results vary between individuals and studies.
The enteric coating on this capsule matters more than it might seem: it’s specifically designed to help the capsule survive stomach acid intact, releasing the peppermint oil in the intestines rather than the stomach. This isn’t just about “reaching where it’s needed” — without this coating, peppermint oil can worsen symptoms for people with acid reflux or heartburn, so taking the capsule whole (not crushing or opening it) matters for both effectiveness and comfort.
Take one capsule daily with water; do not exceed the recommended intake. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans, manufactured to GMP standards in government-approved facilities. Speak to your GP before use if you take any prescribed medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any medical condition — including, if relevant, acid reflux or a history of heartburn with peppermint products specifically.
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