A Closer Look at the Health Benefits of Lemon Balm A comprehensive review published in February 2026 in the peer-reviewed journal Plants found that lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) produces measurable benefits for anxiety, sleep quality, and cardiovascular health. The review, conducted by researchers at the University of Warsaw, synthesized findings from multiple human clinical trials and meta-analyses. According to the review, lemon balm has been used in traditional European and Middle Eastern medicine for over 2,000 years [1]. Evidence for Anxiety and Sleep Across randomized controlled trials, lemon balm extract led to reductions in self-reported anxiety and improvements in mood. Effects were…

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