Spearmint herb is used as a flavoring in many dishes candies and beverages and as an ingredient in cosmetics. Medicinally Spearmint herb is similar to Peppermint in action, though it is considered to be milder. For this reason Spearmint Leaf has traditionally been used in treating stomachaches in children. A concoction of Spearmint herb was formerly gargled to prevent gum disease and whiten the teeth and it is still used in many toothpastes. Spearmint Leaf is primarily used in ailments of the digestive tract including indigestion flatulence vomiting colic and hiccups. It has also been used as a mild diuretic anti-inflammatory and as a fever reducer. When used for rituals and spells, spearmint magical herb is best suited for any form of love or purification/cleansing based spells and rituals.