6/17/17
The stress-busting herb of the day is Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis). Here are some highlights:
- Diaphoretic (makes you sweat) – indicated for sweaty hands and feet – nervous tension
- Antiviral – HSV (herpes simplex virus) activated when stressed (usually dormant/latent in trigeminal nerve)
- Calming, cooling, soothing to gut – carminative (doesn’t increase hydrochloric acid like chamomile)
- Mood elevator, treats depression (with St. John’s Wort)
- Balances hyperthyroid conditions – antagonizes thyroxin
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