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Conditions
Lemon Balm leaf c/s
Description
Dried leaf, cut and sifted
Key Benefits
- Traditionally used for relaxation
Product Features
- Certified Organic Lemon Balm leaf
- Gluten-Free
- GMO-Free
- Herb Identity Guaranteed
- 100% Vegetarian
- Pure: No fillers, or other chemicals have been added
- Buying this organic herb assures the consumer that this herb has NEVER been irradiated or treated with fumigation gases
Botanical Name
Melissa officinalis
Geographical Origin
U.S.A., Europe, Argentina
Suggested Use
This leaf is suitable for the following preparations:
- culinary
- tea
- infusion
- extract/tincture
- topical
Background and Use
Lemon Balm is native to Europe and still very popular there. It Is often combined with relaxing herbs such as Valerian. Several studies concur that topical ointments containing Lemon Balm may help reduce redness and swelling in lip sores associated with herpes simplex virus (HSV).
Belonging to the mint family, this herb makes a wonderfully refreshing tea. This flavorful herb has a great flavor in fish or chicken and vegetable dishes, when added towards the end of the cooking time.
Precautions
Consult with your health care profeeesional is you have thyroid disorders such as Graves' disease.
Warning: Excessive consumption may impair ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. Do not use if pregnant. Not recommended for use while nursing, until further research verifies no contraindications.
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth