Yerba buena, commonly known as Mentha arvensis or Clinopodium douglasii depending on the region, has a long history of traditional use in folk medicine across the Americas and parts of Asia. Traditionally, yerba buena has been used for a variety of ailments, most notably for digestive complaints, headaches, and as a mild analgesic. Regarding the Senses body system (which generally refers to sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch), yerba buena’s use is mostly anecdotal and focused on its ability to relieve tension headaches, minor aches, and sometimes to clear nasal passages when used as an inhalant or in teas. These effects are attributed to its menthol content, which can provide a cooling sensation and temporarily relieve discomfort.

However, there is minimal scientific evidence to directly support yerba buena for the maintenance or improvement of the Senses body system. Most available research and documentation focus on its gastrointestinal, anti-inflammatory, or mild analgesic properties rather than direct effects on sensory organs or functions. Therefore, while there is a tradition of using yerba buena for some ailments that could be loosely associated with the Senses system (such as headaches or sinus relief), robust clinical trials or mechanistic studies validating its efficacy for this body system are lacking. As a result, the use of yerba buena for supporting the Senses body system is primarily justified by traditional practice rather than scientific validation.