Lemon Balm Tea

Lemon balm tea is a decaffeinated herbal tea, it is also known as Melissa tea. It is brewed from dried or fresh leaves of a perennial herbaceous plant, from the mint family known as ‘lamiaceae’. It is native to South Central Europe, the Mediterranean Basin, Iran, and Central Asia; where lemon balm tea has been cultivated for over 2000 years. Lemon balm tea contains minerals such as citronellol, caryophyllene, linalool, citronellal polyphenols (eugenol, eraniel and tannins) and other essential oils (citral and lemon) Lemon balm tea has a light delicate yet fresh lemony flavor and has a beautifully scented aroma.

Health Benefits

• Calms the nervous system thanks to the volatile oils found in lemon balm tea.
• Relieves stress and supports our nervous system all thanks to lemon balms tea’s rich oils, which give its calming effects.
• Treats insomnia and aids our sleep, because this delicious beverage contains rich oils, it helps calm our nerves giving us a better sleep at night, this however usually works better when lemon balm tea is combined with other herbs.
• Relieves anxiety and depression, this is due to lemon balm teas great calming effects.
• Improves digestive system, lemon balm tea helps treat indigestion and nausea, thanks to its volatile oils which has antispasmodic effects.
• Relieves headaches/migraines and is a great brain booster, it helps improve cognitive functions and the performance of cognitive tasks by:
  • Improving memory
  • Multitasking performance
  • Mental math
  • Focus
  • Increase level of alertness
  • Overall performance
• Releases tension and relieves muscles, usually benefiting brain activity if it’s being effected by stress.
• Strengthens immune system, all thanks lemon balm tea which contains antiviral properties which are rich in polyphenol as well as contains anti-fungal and antibacterial properties, this helps:
  • Recover viral infections
  • Treat the common cold and flu
  • Treat a sore throat (more effective with honey)
• Eases toothaches thanks to the relaxing properties in lemon balm tea.
• Prevent and/or treats Alzheimers disease and dementia, lemon balm tea helps reduce anxiety and improve cognitive functions.

Side Effects

Lemon balm tea is often safe and suitable for adults and children, however it may cause the following side effects if you suffer from certain medical conditions.

• If you have hyperthyroidism or low thyroid, consult a doctor before consumption.
• May cause allergic reactions (unlikely), the following symptoms may occur:
  • Wheezing
  • Skin irritation
  • Increased body temperature
  • Painful urination
• May cause negative reaction if mixed with the following medications (consult your doctor before consumption):
  • Glaucoma medication
  • Drugs that contain serotonin
  • Barbiturates drugs
  • Thyroid medication
  • Sedatives
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before consumption.

 Although herbal teas are known to be natural, that doesn’t mean that they are safe for everyone.

If pregnant or about to go under surgery or have any allergies consult with your doctor if it’s safe.