Herbal Tea - Night Rest

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Melissa leaves (Melissa officinalis) or lemon balm or balm mint as it is more commonly known, promotes together with Rooibos, good night rest. The Melissa herb is known for its anti-spasmodic and calming, anti-depressant effects and treats hysteria and insomnia. The name Melissa comes from the Greek for “honey bee”. The plant has the same healing effects as honey and royal jelly. Antique Greeks placed sprigs of lemon balm in beehives to attract swarms.

Melissa is uplifting and soothing and can be useful in times of grief, trauma and depression. It is also used to relieve cramps, fever, headaches, migraine, tooth ache, spasms, asthma and indigestion.