Lemon Balm
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Lemon Balm

R60,00

The herb that bee’s love so much it’s named after them!

Fresh, lemony and quietly heroic: traditionally used to soothe nerves, aid digestion and promote good rest. Perfect for a tisane-time pause or before bed-time.

45g

See below for more detailed healing benefits and uses

 

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  Lemon Balm
Botanical
Classification		 Melissa officinalis — Melissa is Greek for “honey bee,” referencing the plant’s attraction to bees; officinalis denotes its historical medicinal use
Constituents Essential oils (geranial, neral, citronellal, geraniol, linalool, β-caryophyllene, β-caryophyllene oxide), rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid derivatives, flavonoids, triterpenes, oleanane, phenolics
Properties Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, sedative/nervine, anxiolytic, antidepressant mood-elevating, antiviral (notably HSV), antimicrobial (bacteria, fungi), cognitive-enhancing, and cardioprotective
Internal Uses Beneficial for the treatment of:
mild anxiety, depression, stress and insomnia; digestive soothing for mild indigestion, bloating and spasms. Enhances cognitive function & mood, supports memory and focus. Shown to improve lipid profiles.
External Uses Topical preparations (standardised lemon-balm extracts) have shown benefit in clinical trials for herpes labialis (cold sores); Lemon Balm is also used in aromatherapy and topical tonics, but essential oil/topical use can sensitize some people.
Other Culinary: used in ice creams, salads, sauces, desserts, fish dishes, lemon balm pesto, herbal vinegar.
Aroma-therapeutic
Preparation Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 teaspoon of herb. Cover and infuse for 5-10 min. Strain, drink & enjoy
Safety and
Precaution		 Generally safe. May increase drowsiness; combine cautiously with alcohol or sedatives.
If unsure, pregnant or breastfeeding or on Thyroid medication, consult a health practitioner before use.
Flavour
Profile &
Suggested Blends		 Sweet, lemon, herbaceous, aromatic

Blends well with Chamomile, Lavender, Peppermint, or as an uplifting blend in citrus or floral tisanes
Storage & Package disposal Botanicals are best stored in glass jars out of direct sunlight in a cool, dry place. Earth conscious, your herbal tea packaging is made from 15% recycled material, PLA vegetable plastic window & is compostable, the inner plastic recyclable. Every bit counts.
Weight 0,05 kg
Dimensions 9 × 5 × 13 cm

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