A Fresh Taste That Relaxes the Soul
The lemon balm plant, which grows wild in southern Europe and countries with a coast to the Mediterranean, has a mint-like flavor, a soft drink, a light green infusion color and a light lemon-like scent. The general use of balm is tea prepared from dried leaves, but it can also be found in capsule, cream, oil forms.
INFORMATION: The balm plant (Melissa officinalis) is from the mint family and is generally known for its calming effect. Melissa tea, which is used especially to reduce stress and anxiety, to provide sleep patterns and to increase appetite, has a history that goes back to the Middle Ages and even earlier periods.