Peppermint, or Mentha Peperita, relaxes the muscles of the digestive system, relieves gas and stimulates the digestive juices. It can quell nausea and is useful during the early stages of pregnancy as a safe treatment for morning sickness. Our annual tradition of peppermint candies and candy canes may have developed after a bout of overindulgence in holiday goodies. Peppermint tea makes a great after meal drink, but avoid peppermint in any form if you are taking homeopathic remedies. Peppermint is high in menthol and will antidote homeopathic remedies.