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Melissa officinalis Labiatae

Lemon Balm

Appears in
Complete Book of Herbs

By Geraldene Holt

Published 1991

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The volatile oil found in lemon balm contains citral, citronella, eugenol acetate, geraniol, polyphenols and rosemarinic acid. The herb has a mild anti-depressant effect and the slightly sedative oils relieve tension and stress so it has long been prescribed as a treatment for depression, insomnia, neuralgia and nervous headaches. Make lemon balm tea by infusing a cup of boiling water with a teaspoon of dried lemon balm or four to six fresh leaves and leaving it for ten minutes or so, keeping it well covered so that it remains hot. Drink a cup three times a day. The liquid has a tonic effect on the heart and circulation, lowers high blood pressure and is also beneficial in the treatment of flu. An infusion of fresh lemon balm leaves is also an excellent digestive for drinking after meals, as it stimulates the digestive system and relaxes the stomach.

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