Botanical
Peppermint (Nausea)
Also known as: Mentha piperita, Peppermint oil, Menthol
Aromatherapy and oral peppermint for nausea relief, particularly post-operative nausea.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Peppermint (Nausea) product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nature's Way Peppermint Leaf | 81 A- | $0.20 |
| 2 | New Chapter Turmeric Force Detox Action | 73 B+ | $1.57 |
| 3 | Bluebonnet Nutrition POWER-ZYMES DIGESTIVE ENZYME | 71 B | $0.47 |
| 4 | Terra Origin Digestive Enzyme Capsules | 65 B- | $0.33 |
| 5 | Gaia Herbs Microbiome Cleanse | 61 B- | $0.61 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Peppermint (Nausea) should I take?
The typical range is Aromatherapy: inhale as needed; Tea: 1-2 cups. As needed
When should I take Peppermint (Nausea)?
As needed for nausea. Either way.
Which form of Peppermint (Nausea) is best?
Aromatherapy/inhaled — For post-op nausea. Other forms in the catalog: Tea, Capsules (enteric), Oil (diluted).
Is Peppermint (Nausea) safe?
Commonly reported: Heartburn, Allergic reactions rare. Serious warnings: May worsen GERD if taken orally (use enteric for IBS). Safe
Which Peppermint (Nausea) supplement scores highest?
Nature's Way Peppermint Leaf, at 81/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Post-operative nausea
- General nausea
- Digestive upset
How it works
- Relaxes GI smooth muscle
- Menthol has cooling effect
- Aromatherapy reduces nausea
- Carminative
Dosage
- Typical range
- Aromatherapy: inhale as needed; Tea: 1-2 cups
- Timing
- As needed for nausea
- With food
- Either way
- Duration
- As needed
- Special populations
- Post-surgical patients, general nausea
Forms
- Aromatherapy/inhaled
- Tea
- Capsules (enteric)
- Oil (diluted)
Safety
Common side effects
- Heartburn
- Allergic reactions rare
Contraindications
- GERD (oral)
- Infants (menthol)
Products containing Peppermint (Nausea)
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Peppermint (Nausea) on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Good evidence especially for post-op nausea aromatherapy
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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