Description
Sat Podina at sknatural is pure essence of Mentha piperita Linn. It is menthol. Menthol, categorized as a monoterpenoid organic compound, people either synthetically produce it or derive it from the oils of corn mint, peppermint, or other mint varieties. This waxy, clear, or white crystalline substance maintains solidity at room temperature and slightly melts above it.
Menthol demonstrates local anesthetic and counterirritant properties, which make it a popular choice for alleviating minor throat irritation. Additionally, it acts as a weak agonist of the κ-opioid receptor, further enhancing its therapeutic potential. Extractors obtain natural menthol by freezing peppermint oil. They then separate resultant crystals of menthol by filtration.
Properties:
Aromatic, refrigerant, carminative, gastric sedative, stimulant, antispasmodic, stomachic, emmenagogue, expectorant, diuretic, absorbent, flavouring agent, local anaesthetic, topically antipruritic (menthol).
Uses:
Sat podina serves as a valuable anti-neuralgic, relieving symptoms associated with bronchitis and sinusitis. People commonly combine it with camphor and eucalyptus oil in pastilles, inhalations, and ointments, and also used as a flavoring agent. Additionally, this herb improves appetite, alleviates stomach debility, and soothes stomachaches.
Consuming a decoction of the leaves for 3-4 days before the menstrual cycle begins promotes comfortable menses. Menthol proves useful when paired with astringent stimulants like cinnamon bark, cardamom fruit, and cloves, particularly in cases of cholera and chronic indigestion.
One of its renowned indigenous preparations, Ma’jun Fautanji, effectively relieves pain in the stomach and liver, dissolves blood clots in the bladder or stomach, and addresses persistent fevers.
Menthol’s ability to chemically trigger the cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors in the skin is responsible for the well-known cooling sensation it provokes when inhaled, eaten, or applied to the skin. Moreover, its analgesic properties are mediated through a selective activation of κ-opioid receptors. Additionally, menthol blocks calcium channels and voltage-sensitive sodium channels, reducing neural activity that may stimulate muscles.
It acts as atipruritic and reduces irritation. People also use it as local analgesic.
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