Organic Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

Organic Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

Qualties:

  • 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!