Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Spearmint leaf (Mentha spicata) has a history of traditional use in various cultures, particularly for female reproductive health concerns. In traditional herbal medicine, especially in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean regions, spearmint tea has been used by women to help regulate menstrual cycles, ease menstrual cramps, and address symptoms of hormonal imbalance. The most notable traditional use is in women with hirsutism and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), where spearmint is believed to have anti-androgenic properties that may help reduce excess hair growth linked to elevated male hormones.

While there is some emerging scientific research—such as small clinical trials suggesting that spearmint tea may modestly reduce androgen levels in women with PCOS—these studies are limited in size and scope. The majority of the evidence supporting spearmint for female reproductive system health is rooted in traditional practices rather than robust clinical validation. Therefore, its use is best characterized as traditional, with a moderate (2/5) evidence rating due to limited but promising preliminary research that needs further confirmation.

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