Lemon balm, a member of the mint family, is celebrated for its soothing, calming properties.
Fast-forward to today, and people are making DIYweight-lossdrinks from lemon balm.
But do these lemon balm concoctions live up to the hype?
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“It can also be called honey balm or balm mint.
This balm is often in the form of an oily extract with a lemony scent.
Its leaves can also be steeped to create a drinkable liquid.”
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What makes lemon balm so special?
Well, it houses “valuable chemical compounds” referred to as flavonoids.
“Flavonoids can act as antioxidants, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral compounds.
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Lemon balm has also been a suggested remedy to treat inflammation, cold sores, and PMS symptoms.
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“Add in the lemon juice and honey after steeping.
Stir well and let cool.
Store in the fridge and let sit for three days.
Drink up and enjoy.
Continue this cycle, enjoying the supposed benefits.”
Human research that proves lemon balm can help you lose weight is lacking.
“One studyshowed that lemon balm extract helped stop obesity in mice with insulin resistance.”
Overall, more research is needed.
