(NaturalNews) Researchers from Newcastle University have
scientifically proven that Hyptis crenata, also known as
Brazilian mint, is a powerful pain reliever that works just as
well as Indometacin, a synthetic drug similar to aspirin. A
traditional remedy for treating the flu, stomach problems, high
fevers, and headaches, Brazilian mint was found to be extremely
powerful and safe. The team, led by Graciela Rocha, set out to
perform the study using the traditional preparation of the herb.
Surveys were conducted in Brazil to figure out exactly how this
was done and how much should be consumed in order to achieve
beneficial results. The preparation the team ended up using
consisted of the herb's dried leaves being steeped in boiling
water for 30 minutes. Once cool, the tea was consumed in the
same way as any other brewed tea would be. The results indicated
efficacy in a wide range of ailments. Graciela emphasized the
fact that more than 50,000 plants worldwide are used for some
type of medicinal purpose and that