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Podcast: Align Your Glow & Soul
Episode: Ep. 200 Herb Talk- Lemon Balm
Description: Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is a superstar herb when it comes to calming the mind and easing stress — kind of like a cozy weighted blanket for your nervous system.
Here’s how it helps with stress reduction:
### 🌿 1. **Calms the Nervous System**
Lemon balm is classified as a **nervine**, which means it nourishes and supports the nervous system. It gently relaxes tension, especially if you're feeling anxious, frazzled, or over-stimulated.
### 😌 2. **Reduces Anxiety & Promotes Emotional Balance**
Studies show lemon balm can help reduce symptoms of **mild to moderate anxiety** and even support people dealing with anxious thoughts or panic. It has mood-lifting properties...