Element: Water
Planet: Moon
Energy: Feminine/Receptive
Properties: Happiness, abundance, love
Folk names: Bee Balm, Sweet Melissa
Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis
Lemon balm is a plant called Melissa officinalis. The leaves of the plant are used to make dietary supplements, essential oils, and products that are applied to the skin. People use lemon balm for many different reasons, although its benefits are not well defined. When lemon balm is inhaled or swallowed, common side effects may include drowsiness. Applying it to your skin may cause redness, irritation, or burning. Before using lemon balm, make sure to tell your health care provider about any health conditions you have or medicines you are taking.
Some common reasons that people use lemon balm include the following.
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