Buy: Melissa officinalis

Parts Used:

Dried herb

Traditional Use:

As a remedy for nervous sleep disorders

Common Dose:

A strong tea may be consumed as desired

Activity:

Antibacterial, antiviral, anxiolytic, mildly sedative




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... "It is also used as an anxiolytic, mild sedative or calming agent. At least one study has found it to be effective at reducing stress, although the study's authors call for further research. Lemon balm extract was identified as a potent inhibitor of GABA transaminase, which explains anxiolytic effects. The major compound responsible for GABA transaminase inhibition activity in lemon balm is rosmarinic acid".