Lemon Balm leaf (Melissa officinalis)
This is the most flavorful, fragrant lemon balm that you can find, and it is grown here on our farm in the Missouri Ozarks. It is free of any chemicals or other toxic pollutants. We harvest only the perfect leaves at the peak of their freshness. We carefully dry them so they retain their color and as much of their healing properties as possible.
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Lemon balm is often considered a 'woman's herb', but men find it just as soothing and refreshing as us girls! Lemon balm leaf has traditionally been used to help soothe a variety of conditions, including:
a very mild sedative that won’t cause drowsiness. Useful in treating anxiety, stress, insomnia, and depression
• hyperthyroidism
• lowers blood pressure and cholesterol
• reduces heart rate • protects and repairs the liver
• as a digestive aid, it is effective for settling an upset stomach from indigestion and heartburn. 
• soothes colic in babies
• relieves symptoms of PMS, including menstrual cramps, headaches and mood swings
• increases cognitive function and memory
• kills candida overgrowth
• fights infectious bacteria
• reduces blood sugar levels
• causes apostosis of cancer cells
• eases fevers and cold symptoms
• fresh leaves can be applied to wounds and insect bites, or rubbed on the skin and clothes to help repel insects
• protects against oxidative stress from low-level radiation
• reduces chronic inflammation
• regulates overactive thyroid
• aids in the treatment of the herpes simplex virus
• added to the bath, it relieves muscle tension and soothes irritated skin