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Spearmint & PCOS: 3 Way to Try It

Spearmint, or Mentha spicata is a pleasant-smelling species of mint containing vitamins, antioxidants, and vital nutrients.

Research published in Phytotherapy Research suggests that drinking two cups of spearmint tea a day, for 5 days could reduce the level of androgens in women while increasing female hormones necessary for ovulation, such as luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and estradiol along with hirsutism. A second, 30-day study, of 41 women with polycystic ovary syndrome, produced similar results.

Hirsutism in women causes hair to grow on the face, breasts, and stomach. It can lead to a great deal of distress. The hair grows because of excessively high levels of the “male” androgen hormones.

For women with hormone imbalances, spearmint tea may provide relief.

Additionally, in a study in rats, spearmint essential oil was found to decrease testosterone and ovarian cysts and increase the number of viable eggs in the rats’ ovaries.

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Ways of Consuming Spearmint

Spearmint Tea (Hot & Iced)

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Spearmint Sauce

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Fresh Spearmint Ice Cream

Its pale color and sprightly flavor speak to its purity and its short ingredient list: milk, cream, sugar, eggs, and fresh-from-the-garden mint.

Servings: 6

Yield: Makes 3 cups

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Summary

Spearmint tea may have beneficial effects on hormones in women, including decreasing male hormones like testosterone and increasing hormones necessary for ovulation.

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