Lemon Balm is a mint-like Herb with bright green leaves, square stem and tiny white flowers, with the official name of Melissa Officinalis. It is from the mint family and the part of the plant that is used is the aerial parts, including the leaves.

Also known as Balm, Bee Balm, Honeyplant and Melissa.

Health Benefits:

• may alleviate Colic
• may stimulate the digestive system and may alleviate indigestion 
• may alleviate Flatulence
• may inhibit some types of detrimental fungi
• may help to reduce fever
• may inhibit the Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV1) and Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2
• may alleviate the lesions associated with Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
• may alleviate Influenza
• possesses antioxidant properties
• may alleviate Grave's Disease
• may improve cognitive function in Alzheimer's Disease patients
• may alleviate Anxiety
• may increase attention span
• may sedate the Central Nervous System (CNS)
• may alleviate Insomnia
• may improve memory
• claimed to alleviated Migraines
• claimed to alleviate Vertigo

• may inhibit the activity of GABA Transaminase (which may account for Balm’s anti-anxiety effects)

Lemon Balm is available as a singular health supplement or as an ingredient in some health and nutrition supplements.