English: Lemon Balm
Latin: Melissa officinalis
Ayurvedic (parallel): Calming aromatic herb
Benefits: Calming, antiviral, digestive.
Healing Uses: Anxiety, insomnia, cold sores, indigestion.
Doshic Effects: Vata ↓, Pitta ↓, Kapha ↔.
Preparation: Infusion (fresh or dried leaves), tincture.
Flavor (Rasa): Sour-sweet, aromatic.
Post-digestive (Vipāka): Sweet.
Notes: Gentle, safe nervine herb.
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