Lemon balm helps tame anxiety and cognition. It also protects against irregular heartbeat, pain reducer and can be used as a weight loss aid.

I can’t think of a better cup of tea, than fresh, chemical free herbs infused into a cup. Is it just me or do commercial brands taste bland to you too?

Lemon Balm Tea

Recipe #1
Chop the lemon balm leaves

1. Heat the water in a cup in the microwave or on the stove until boiling.

2. Mix the leaves and water in a mug and allow to stand 10 minutes to steep.

3. Stir in honey and strain if desired. Enjoy cold or warm.

Lemon Balm Tea Blend

Recipe #2

MAKES: 1/4 cup tea blend, enough for 4 cups of tea

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons

  dried lemon balm

• 1 tablespoon

  dried Oat straw

• 2 tablespoons

  dried, seedless Rose hips

• 1 1/2 teaspoons

  dried orange peel

• 1/2 teaspoon

  dried lavender

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine all ingredients and store in an airtight container.

2. To make tea: For 1 cup of tea, pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 rounded tablespoon of the tea blend. Cover and steep for 20 minutes. Strain and sweeten with honey, if desired.

3. You could also infuse all 4 cups at once (a quart mason jar works well) and sip it throughout the day.