Lemon Balm(Melissa)
Melissa officinalis
India
Organic / Medicinal / Pure / Rare
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is a member of the mint family that has been used for many medicinal purposes:
Stress and anxiety
Lemon balm is considered a calming herb that can help reduce stress and anxiety.
Sleep
Lemon balm is sometimes used to promote sleep. However, some reviews have concluded that lemon balm is not effective as a sleep aid.
Digestive health
Lemon balm can help ease pain and discomfort from indigestion, including gas and bloating.
Antiviral activity
Lemon balm has antiviral properties that may target the viral activity of common viruses such as herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
Skin
Lemon balm extract can promote melanogenesis and prevent UVB-induced oxidative stress and DNA damage in skin cells.
Thyroid
Lemon balm may help regulate an overactive thyroid.
Other
Lemon balm has also been used to treat headaches, improve appetite, and heal wounds.