Lemon balm is an easy to grow herb.
It is probably best used fresh, not dried.
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Lemon Balm
Lemon balm
From: "Suzanne" suziesgoats@yahoo.com
Lemon Balm Lemon Balm has many excellent properties and is safe, effective and tasty. It is primarily used to calm the nervous system. A cup of Lemon Balm tea, sweetened with a touch of honey is a wonderful remedy for headaches, depression, and insomnia. One herbalist recommends combining it with Chamomile flowers to "take the edge off a stressful day". A scientist/Doctor at the University of London endorses it for treating migraine headaches.
Lemon Balm can also be used for digestive purposes. It possess a high concentration of essential oils and has anti-spasmodic properties while it helps to relieve gas pains.
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