Mint

Spearmint is an excellent herb to use for upset stomachs. In fact, anyone with IBS should grow this plant and make a soothing tea. It’s been proven to alleviate IBS symptoms by way of relaxing the muscles in the digestive tract. Jane Wrigglesworth, Auckland Not all mints smell, well, minty. Some sold as common or winter mint hardly have any fragrance. Use the (politely covert) try-beforeyou-buy approach: nip off a leaf and rub it between your fingers. If the aroma isn’t overpowering, try another plant. Lynda Hallinan, Hunua