**17 Benefits of Lemon Balm Tea**

17 Benefits of Lemon Balm Tea Lemon balm tea, known to help with many issues from stress to insomnia, is used as a medicine in complementary medicine. However, certain rules should be followed when consuming this tea. Among herbal teas, lemon balm tea is recognized for its calming and soothing effects and is recommended not to be consumed more than 2 cups per day.

Dyt. Betül Merd from Memorial Kayseri Hospital Nutrition and Dietetics Department provided information about the benefits of lemon balm tea, noting that certain rules should be followed when consuming it.

A complete antioxidant source

The lemon balm plant, rich in vitamins A and C, folic acid, potassium, calcium, iron, zinc, fiber and tannins, is also rich in flavonoids—plant nutrients that perform antioxidant functions in the human body. Lemon balm herb contains 42 kcal per 100 grams, and 2 calories per handful, which is 3 grams. Per 100 grams of lemon balm herb there are 5 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of fiber, 3.5 grams of protein, and 0.8 grams of fat. Additionally, per 100 grams this plant contains 667.0 IU of vitamin A, 45.0 milligrams of vitamin C, 400.0 milligrams of potassium, 150.0 milligrams of calcium, and 2.0 milligrams of iron.

Should be consumed 20 minutes before sleep

For insomnia, lemon balm tea should be consumed 20 minutes before bed. No more than 2 cups should be consumed per day. Since it is beneficial for colds, lemon balm tea is also known as a winter tea and can be consumed cold on hot summer days to refresh. After boiling half a liter of water, 1 teaspoon of lemon balm leaves is added and left to steep for 10 minutes. The teapot lid is kept closed during steeping to prevent the beneficial volatile oils from evaporating.

Should be consumed on an empty stomach

It should be consumed on an empty stomach in the morning or afternoon. This is because time and an empty stomach are important for lemon balm tea to show its full effect. Due to its relaxing effect, there may be some drawbacks to consuming it during the workday for those who work. When steeped and consumed together with St. John's wort, it is known to help with stress and insomnia problems. To relieve the day's fatigue and reduce stress that appears in the evening hours, 1 cup of lemon balm tea consumed before bed relaxes the body.

Benefits

1. It is beneficial for excessive stress due to its relaxing and calming effect. 2. It has antioxidant properties. 3. It is recommended for those experiencing digestive system spasms. 4. It is beneficial for stomach nausea. 5. It is known to be beneficial for irritable bowel syndrome, gastritis, vomiting, biliary dyspepsia, headache, chills, psychogenic dizziness, and tachycardia. 6. Lemon balm herb water or oil helps with skin renewal and faster wound healing. 7. When hair is washed with water obtained by boiling lemon balm herb, it can remedy dandruff and hair loss problems. 8. It removes the dull appearance of hair and provides a shiny and healthy look. 9. It can help relieve menstrual cramps and muscle cramps. 10. It has an effect on balancing blood sugar. 11. It has diuretic properties. 12. It contributes to regulating blood circulation. 13. It may be beneficial for liver and gallbladder problems. 14. It can be used as a natural cure for migraine attacks. 15. It is effective against depression. 16. It helps strengthen memory by increasing brain functions. 17. It is a natural remedy for cold sores.