Lemon Balm
Lemon Balm
Spiritual Uses: Peace, calm, love, healing, luck and success
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Wikipedia Excerpt
Herbal Actions
- Nervine
- Sedative
- Antidiabetic
- Carminative
- Antispasmodic
- Anti-Rheumatic
- Analgesic
- Diuretic
Traditional Medicinal Uses
- Relieves Digestion Spasms
- Gas and Sour Stomach Relief
- Lower Blood Pressure
- Burn Relief
- Menstruation support
- Antioxidant
- Reduce swelling
- Diuretic
- Rheumatic Issues
- Relaxation
- Anti-anxiety
- Insomnia Relief
Cautions and Drug Interactions
Cautions and Contraindications
May increase sedative effect of barbiturates, so those who take them may want to avoid consuming lemon balm. Topical use is likely safe
May inhibit thyroid function, so those with an overactive thyroid will want to avoid. Those with underactive thyroids may want to consult a doctor about potential benefits
Those with Glaucoma should avoid the essential oil, consuming the tea form is likely safe
Drug Interactions
- Barbiturates
History and Fun Facts
It is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae)
Harvesting
Parts Used: Aerial parts, usually harvested in early summer unti the end of the growing season. Strongest Harvest: While you can harvest the entire season, when you are ready for your largest and strongest harvest it is best to gather them after it has started to form buds, but before the flowers begin to open.
Spiritual Uses
- Attraction
- Love
- Abundance
- Finding Prosperity
Planet
Venus, Jupiter
Element
Water