Lemon Balm

Lemon balm tincture, an herbal tincture made from the Melissa officinalis plant, has many potential health benefits:

Anxiety and mood
Lemon balm has a mild sedative effect that may help with stress, anxiety, hyperactivity, concentration problems, and impulsiveness. Some say the anxiety-reducing effects can be noticeable within an hour and last for 4 to 8 hours.

Gastrointestinal discomfort
Lemon balm can help with indigestion, gas, bloating, colic, and nausea.
Infections

Lemon balm has antibacterial and antiviral properties that may help fight some infections.

Heart and liver
Lemon balm essential oil may improve cholesterol synthesis and lower triglycerides in the liver.

Diabetes
Lemon balm may reduce blood sugar levels and oxidative stress related to diabetes.

Cognitive tasks
Some studies suggest that lemon balm may improve performance on cognitive tasks involving memory, mathematics, and concentration