Effects of Peppermint Oil in Cardiometabolic Outcomes

Effects of Oral Peppermint Supplementation on Cardiometabolic Parameters

Cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus and associated diseases combined are the leading health burden and cause of mortality worldwide; therefore, the necessity for an intervention is paramount. Dietary interventions to improve cardiometabolic health are highly sought after as they possess less risk than pharmacological drugs. Previous non-randomized interventions have shown that oral peppermint may be beneficial in improving cardiometabolic outcomes. However, to date, no research has explored this using a placebo randomized intervention.

Therefore, the primary purpose of the proposed investigation is to test the ability of oral peppermint oil supplementation to improve cardiometabolic parameters in healthy individuals.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthy
• Between 18 & 65 years
• Non-smoker
• BMI < 30
• Able to give informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnancy
• Diabetes or any other metabolic/ uncontrolled hypertensive conditions
• Food allergies to peppermint
• Habitual consumption of peppermint
• Not regularly taking medication or antioxidant supplements