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Overview
Lemon Balm is a refreshing herb known for its calming properties and ability to support digestion and reduce stress.How to Use
- ๐ซ Tea Blends: Brew into a soothing tea for stress relief and digestive support.
- ๐ Topicals: Used in oils to support skin and calm irritation.
- ๐ซ๏ธ Smoke Blends: A refreshing herb for a relaxing smoke experience.
- ๐ง Tinctures: Concentrated form for stress relief and digestion.
Why We Love It
Lemon Balm is a calming herb that helps with relaxation and digestion, making it a staple for wellness. Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), is another member of the beloved mint family. Its been used by many cultures for many centuries to help alleviate stress and anxious feelings, to promote restful sleep, to aid in digestive comfort and ease pain and discomfort from indigestion (including gas and bloating, as well as colic). Lemon balm contains rosmarinic acid, a compound that appears to have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Antioxidants play an important role in helping to prevent cell damage, while antimicrobials kill infection-causing organisms like bacteria and viruses. It can be used topically to help heal wounds. For cold sores or herpes sores, insect bites and stings - steep 2 to 4 tsp. of crushed leaf in 1 cup boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes. Cool. Apply tea with cotton balls to the affected areas throughout the day.
Suggested Complementary Herbs
- Temperate Holy Basil: To amplify stress-relief effects.
- Butterfly Pea Flower: For a vibrant, mood-enhancing blend.
- Peppermint: To soothe digestion and refresh the palate.
Disclaimer: Information shared on this site is for educational purposes. The information provided is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment or advice. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbal medicine, particularly if you have a known medical condition or if you are pregnant or nursing. Although we do our best to provide accurate and useful information, you are responsible to research and verify information before relying on it. We are medicinal plant and herbs farmers, herbalists, and tea blenders. We are not licensed or registered healthcare practitioners. We are also believers in the safety and efficacy of botanical medicine.