
Lemon balm
Common names: Lemon balm, Melissa
Latin name: Melissa officinalis
Herb action: Nervine, carminative, antispasmodic
Parts used: Leaf
Traditional uses: Mood, nervous system support, digestion, skin health, relaxation
Lemon balm is a member of the mint family and has historically been used as a medicinal, culinary, and cosmetic herb. It has a high volatile oil content, mostly made up of citral, citronellal, linalool, and geraniol, which come through as a sweet citrus scent that brightens and uplifts overall mood.
Lemon balm is a nervine and known for its ability to promote a sense of calm, mental focus, and tranquility. Its ability to calm is not overly sedating, which means it can be used throughout the day to relieve tension and help manage stress.
The high volatile oil content gives the herb its carminative and digestion-supporting action, making it a useful remedy for bloating, gas, and indigestion.
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