Description
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is considered a calming herb and has been used for medicinally since the Middle Ages. It is best known to help reduce stress and anxiety, promote sleep, enhance cognitive performance, fight viruses and ease indigestion symptoms.
As a nervine herb, lemon balm is used to calm and support the central nervous system. It contains the active compound “rosmarinic acid” is an enzyme which effectively increases GABA (gamma amino-butyric acid) in the brain. GABA is one of the inhibitory neurotransmitters, used by the brain to prevent over-excitement and attain balance. This compound also offers neuroprotective effects.
Potential Benefits of using Lemon Balm
• May ease depression and anxiety
• May relieve stress and insomnia
• May boost cognitive function
• May treat neurological disorders
• May help treat cold sores
• Mat promote gastrointestinal health
• May help prevent dementia
• Provides antioxidants
• May reduce inflammation
Recently, lemon balm has gained popularity as a natural alternative to Ozempic. Although there is no medical research to back up these claims, women around the world are having success using lemon balm to lower A1C numbers and assist with weight loss.
Supplement Facts
Ingredients
Proprietary Blend
Organic lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.)
Other Ingredients
Organic Vodka, Filtered Spring Water
2 oz Bottle
All herbs used for this product have been organically cultivated.
Safety Considerations
Speak with your doctor if you have prior health concerns or take medication, especially thyroid medication. Pregnant and nursing women should avoid. This product is not for children younger than 12 years of age. Test a drop or two on the inside of your wrist for any allergic reactions. DO NOT use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients. Lemon balm may change thyroid function, reduce thyroid hormone levels, and interfere with thyroid hormone replacement therapy. Avoid lemon balm if you have thyroid disease. This this product is not approved by the FDA nor is it intended to diagnose, treat or cure any illness or disease. Use at your own risk. View our disclaimer here.
Sources Below
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11510126/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK600583/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S221080332300129X
https://bmccomplementmedtherapies.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12906-024-04442-0
