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Written by Robert A Wilson
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Thursday, 22 February 2007 |
Balm is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean and West Asian regions, however found today growing naturally throughout most of Europe. Differing varieties are cultivated worldwide. Parts usually used: Leaves.
Other Names: Lemon Balm, Sweet Balm, Melissa
Potential Uses:
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To treat feverish cold and headaches
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To calm the mind, heart, and nervous stomach
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To relieve menstrual cramps
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As a remedy for depression and anxiety
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Crushed leaves also help heal wounds and insect bites
Precautions:
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Lemon balm is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it stimulates menstrual flow.
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It also is not recommended if an individual is hypothyroid due to its antithyrotropic properties.
Alternative medicine information is provided as a service to
familiarize physicians and their patients with medicinal claims
available through the media. This does NOT constitute a treatment
recommendation.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 08 February 2008 )
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