Lemon Balm

Melissa officinalis (Lamiaceae - Mint family)

Also Known As: Balm Mint, Sweet Balm, Bee Balm, Common Balm

Ayurvedic Names: Not traditionally used

TCM Name: Not traditionally used

TRADITIONAL USE

Lemon balm has been used for over 2000 years as a nervine herb to support cognitive function and mood. It is one of the primary herbs in Shamanic herbal alchemy, and traditionally used to calm the nervous system.

FOLKLORE & HISTORY

Lemon balm is an ancient herb, celebrated in folklore for its uplifting properties. Also called the “elixir of life”, it has beneficial effects on both the nervous system and digestive systems, which are linked via the gut-brain axis.

HERBAL ACTIONS

Digestive, carminative, antispasmodic, sedative, analgesic, tonic, diuretic, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory.

BENEFITS

Our herbs offer powerful herbal benefits and are not limited to just one category. Discover the full range of what each herb can do:

Mind & Mood: Anxiety, stress, cognitive function, low mood
Immunity: Anti-viral, anti-inflammatory
Detox & Digestion: Stress related digestive complaints, bloating and wind
Ageing & Longevity: Circulation support

CONSTITUENTS

Volatile compounds: Geranial, neral, citronellal, geraniol
Triterpenes: Ursolic acid, oleanolic acid.
Phenolic acids: Rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid.
Flavonoids: Quercetin, rhamnocitrin, luteolin.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Contraindicated with: Sedatives, thyroid medication, HIV medications