Is Peppermint Oil Toxic

Like many essential oils, peppermint oil can be toxic and even lethal at excessive dosages; it has been associated with interstitial nephritis and acute renal failure.

What type of peppermint oil can be ingested?

• Create a refreshing and healthy mouth rinse by adding a drop of Peppermint oil and Lemon oil in water.
• Alleviate occasional stomach upset by taking one to two drops of Peppermint essential oil internally.

What oils are edible?

• Anise (Pimpinella anisum)
• Bergamot (Citrus aurantium var. or Citrus bergamia.)
• Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)
• Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus sideroxylon and Eucalyptus torquata)
• Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
• Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi)
• Lavender (Lavandula officinalis)
• Lemon (Citrus limonum)