Lemon Balm – Antianxiety & Healing – Monastic Recipes

Description

Lemon Balm for Combating Tension and Stress

According to historical records, the ancient Greeks used lemon balm for wounds from snake or scorpion stings, while there are also accounts from Arab herbalists who used it to reduce symptoms of depression. Moreover, modern studies have shown that it is effective in reducing anxiety, while it relieves tension and stress, improving mood.

Properties of Lemon Balm

Lemon balm is an excellent digestive, diaphoretic, and antispasmodic. It is recommended as a stimulant, tonic, and healing agent for wounds, as well as for combating gas and tinnitus. Additionally, it acts against acidity, indigestion, toothaches, earaches, neuralgic stomach pains, and abdominal cramps. At the same time, it is believed to have a toning effect on the heart and circulatory system, causing vasodilation.

Furthermore, this herb has antimicrobial properties and is thought to help in the treatment of oral herpes. Lemon balm also improves mood and mental performance, has a very high antioxidant action, and provides relief from menstrual cramps.

Preparation Method

Add about two teaspoons of the dried herb to a cup of boiling water and let it steep covered for at least ten minutes. Then strain and drink it.

Net weight 30g