Lemon balm herb has many medicinal, culinary and cosmetic uses.
It has been an alternative medicine to the Greeks for centuries
Lemon balm herb (melissa officinalis) has a lemony flavor and blends well with many other herbs. It will make even the most bitter medicinal tea palatable.
It was used medicinally by the Greeks some 2,000 years ago in the middles ages. It was used to soothe tension and to dress wounds.
This plant is a perennial herb in the mint family. It is a refreshing herb that is very easy to grow. It can be easily grown from stem cuttings rooted in water, or from seeds.
This herb contains powerful ingredients which are known for their nutritional properties and to promote wellness.
The botanical name
It is used for culinary, medicinal, and magical uses. Its botanical name Melissa is taken from the Greek word for bee.
It also has a long history of medicinal use in Europe, especially as a tea which is used as a calming agent for nervous disorders, and as a sleep aid.
Herbal remedies of the fresh leaves
The fresh leaves can be added to salad. It can also be used in egg dishes and can be used to make sauces for fish, poultry and pork.
Crushed leaves can be used as repellent for mosquitoes. It is claimed to have antibacterial, antiviral properties. It is excellent for herpes, reducing stress, anxiety, insomnia and used for a herbal bath.
It is also used to ease gas, bloating, headache, chronic fatigue syndrome, stress and anxiety. It promotes digestion and helps to control cold sores.