What is Lemon Balm used for?+
Lemon Balm is best known for sleep and rest, stress and anxiety. Brew 1–2 teaspoons in hot water, steep covered 10–15 minutes, sip 30 minutes before bed.
What's the best way to prepare Lemon Balm?+
Lemon Balm can be prepared as tea, infusion, tincture, and culinary. For leaves and flowers, an infusion (steep in just-boiled water, covered) is best. For roots, barks, and seeds, a decoction (simmer for 20–30 minutes) is needed to extract the actives. Tinctures and capsules are convenient when you don't want to brew.
How much Lemon Balm should I take?+
1–2 tsp dried per cup; 1 tbsp fresh
What forms does Lemon Balm come in?+
Lemon Balm is sold as whole leaves, tea, and fresh. Whole dried herb is the most economical and lets you brew tea; tincture is convenient for daily use and travel; capsules are easiest if you don't like the taste.
How should I store Lemon Balm?+
Airtight; dried 1 yr
Does Lemon Balm interact with any medications?+
Lemon Balm can interact with some medications. Generally safe; caution with thyroid medications Always check with a pharmacist before combining herbs with prescriptions.
Is Lemon Balm safe for pets?+
Lemon Balm is generally safe around pets. Small amounts safe As always, larger medicinal doses should be cleared with your vet.
Where does Lemon Balm come from?+
Leaves; Europe
What are the energetics of Lemon Balm?+
In traditional herbal systems like Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, Lemon Balm is considered cool and dry. Energetics describe how an herb feels in the body — cooling or warming, drying or moistening. They help match the herb to the person and the season.
