Lemon balm has been used since ancient times to calm the body and uplift the spirit.
It boasts an incredible abundance of culinary uses, as well as cosmetic and herbal applications.
Traditionally it has been used as a natural remedy to:
reduce anxiety
promote calm
improve sleep
heal wounds.
Common Use:
The delicate, citrus-like flavor of lemon balm is used in jams, fruit salads, baking, and many savory dishes such as fish and poultry dishes, soups, sauces, and salads.
It can be brewed as a soothing tea, by itself or blended with other ingredients such as ginger root, orange peel or rosehips.
It is used as a soothing essential oil and in perfumes and cosmetics.
It has also been used to polish wooden furniture, make homemade toothpaste, and repel insects!