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LEMON BALM

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Nervine

Lovely Lemon Balm: ease anxiety and improve cognitive function

Dr. Michele Burklund June 14, 2013

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is abundant around the Pacific Northwest right now.

This calming plant is a member of the mint family and has been used back as far as the Middle ages to promote sleep and ease anxiety.  

Other Uses:

  • Nervine

  • Hypnotic

  • Carminative

  • Spasmolytic

Lemon balm does far more than just aid in stress reduction-it can also ease pain and support digestion.  

Newer evidence also reveals that this sweet-smelling plant can even improve cognitive function. I definitely need a little stress reduction and improved memory today!

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