Do you struggle to sleep? Try the lemon balm

Since the Middle Ages lemon balm was indicated as an anti-hysterical elixir and in the treatment of convulsions due to its exceptional sedative properties, the Discalced Carmelites distilled the famous melissa water, with which they treated subjects suffering from nervous crisis.

Let's find out how to use it against insomnia.

The properties of lemon balm against insomnia

Due to difficulty in falling asleep (initial insomnia), due to stress conditions, it can be a valid remedy thanks to its essential oils, such as citronellal, citral, linalool and geraniol which act on anxiety, agitation, restlessness and irritability, with calming effects and balancing of the central nervous system .

Even the essence of lemon balm, used in aromatherapy, Melissa, uses and effects on cognitive functions "> acts on the limbic system with neuro-relaxing effects. The beneficial effects of lemon balm are also reflected on smooth muscles, with spasmolytic and relaxing action.

Calms muscle nervousness from fatigue and over-excitement, performing a muscle relaxant effect .

Here's how to prepare the lemon balm herbal tea

Lemon balm: how to take it

Lemon balm is a medicinal plant with a very pleasant aroma and taste, its use can be described in a very varied way and can be taken in the form of:

Herbal tea : 5 g in hot water, to be taken after dinner or before bedtime.
Mother Tincture : 30-40 drops to be taken before bedtime
Dry extract : 1 capsule 1 to 3 times a day
Essential oil for external use: 2 drops on the temples or 5 drops in a diffuser. The essence is able to cause numbness and accompany sleep.

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Contraindications of lemon balm

The use of lemon balm provides some warnings for those who suffer from thyroid dysfunction, as this herb can inhibit the secretion of TSH, the thyroid hormone, due to the rosmarinic acid it contains.

Not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.