How Do You Use Lemon Balm As Medicine?
Also known as “heart’s delight” and “elixir of life,” lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is a tasty member of the mint family that has been used medicinally for at least 2,000 years. It’s very easy to grow and will provide you with multiple plants in a short time, as it reproduces itself through seeds and root division. Laboratory studies have shown that lemon balm leaves contain compounds with sedative, digestive and anti-spasmodic effects. So in addition to lemon balm being a delicious tea, it can help you to sleep and settle your stomach. Recent studies have shown that the tannins in lemon balm can act as an astringent when applied externally and might be effective in fighting some surface viruses, such as herpes simplex. We will focus on how to make a tea and a tincture from lemon balm. Use fresh lemon balm leaves and flowering tops if available. If you use dried herb, use slightly less than fresh. For each cup of tea, place 12 fresh or dried leaves of Tulsi basil into a teapot or te
