Botanical Name:
Melissa officinalis
Common Name(s):
Lemon Balm, Lemon Mint
Habitat:
Native to Europe and western Asia, naturalized and cultivated throughout the world
Parts Used:
Aerial parts
Key Actions:
- Antidepressant
- Antispasmodic
- Antimicrobial
- Carminative
- Diaphoretic
- Nervine
- Hepatic
Traditional Uses:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Migraine
- Cold/Flu
- Cold sores
- Toothache
- Nausea
- Fevers
- Insect stings
- Shingles
- Skin rashes
Contraindications:
May inhibit thyroid function.
Preparations:
- Tea
- Tincture
- Salve
- Essential oil
Please Note: I am not a medical professional. ALWAYS seek advice from a doctor, naturopath or herbal professional to discuss your options before taking any sort of medication, home remedy, herbal remedy or supplement.