Spearmint

Herbal Extract

Also known as: Mentha spicata, Spearmint leaf, Garden mint, Spearmint extract, Spearmint Tea (PCOS Antiandrogen)

Grade B

💊 50-500 mg daily🎯 7 primary uses🔗 2 synergies✅ Generally safe

Overview

Spearmint is a gentle herb with antioxidant properties, traditionally used for digestive support and shown to have mild anti-androgen effects.

Primary Uses

HirsutismAndrogen reductionPCOS symptomsDigestive supportAntioxidantHormonal balanceBreath freshening

Frequently Asked About Spearmint

How much Spearmint should I take?

The typical effective range is 50-500 mg daily. Individual needs vary based on age, body weight, diet, and goals — start at the lower end and adjust based on response. Always consult a healthcare provider before starting a new supplement.

When is the best time to take Spearmint?

With meals or as tea. Consistency matters more than perfect timing — pick a daily anchor (e.g. with breakfast or before bed) and stick with it.

Should I take Spearmint with food?

Either way.

Does Spearmint interact with medications?

Yes — known interactions include May mildly enhance antiandrogen effects. If you take any prescription medication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting Spearmint.

What does Spearmint pair well with?

Spearmint stacks well with Digestive enzymes and Other mints — these combinations either improve absorption or work synergistically toward common goals.

What are the side effects of Spearmint?

Most people tolerate Spearmint well. The most commonly reported side effects are Rare GI upset. Side effects are usually dose-dependent — lowering the dose often resolves them.

Dosage

Typical range

50-500 mg daily

Timing

With meals or as tea

With food

Either way

Duration

Safe for long-term use

Special Populations

PCOS patients may use higher doses

Research & Studies

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Mechanism of Action

• Antioxidant polyphenols
• Mild anti-androgen effects
• Digestive relaxant

Evidence Quality

Evidence Grade B

Good evidence for digestive support and anti-androgen effects in PCOS

Safety & Contraindications

Common Side Effects

• Rare GI upset

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Consult healthcare provider

Liver & Kidney Notes

No concerns

Interactions

💊 Medications

• May mildly enhance antiandrogen effects

🧪 Supplements

• Safe with most supplements

Stacking & Synergies

Pairs Well With

Digestive enzymes ↗Other mints

Best Goal Synergies

Digestive healthPCOS support

Buying Guide

What to Look For

• Spearmint not peppermint
• Mentha spicata

Standardization Markers

Species verified as Mentha spicata

Adulteration risk

Low

Practical Notes

• Must be spearmint, not peppermint
• 2 cups daily is studied dose
• Takes months for hair reduction
• Different from peppermint
• Gentle mint option
• Can be used as tea or extract

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Last reviewed: July 2026 by the Formulate Research Team. Sources cited above; methodology and scoring criteria published here.

Cite this page

Formulate Research Team. (2026, July). Spearmint — Evidence-Based Supplement Guide. Formulate Supplement Encyclopedia. https://app.formulate-health.app/learning/supplements/spearmint

Educational content based on published research and our scoring methodology. Not medical advice — consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing supplements, especially if you take medications, are pregnant, or have a medical condition.