“Here is a picture of Lemon Balm from my garden. Lemon Balm is a nervine with a slightly “sour” flavor. I use it for anger management issues; it is a mood elevator. I combine it with St. Johnswort as part of my protocol for SAD in late autumn into winter. It is commonly used for hyperacidity along with meadowsweet, licorice and marshmallow. Topically it has anti-viral properties and is especially useful for ophthalmic and for genital herpes lesions. It is mildly anti-thyrogenic and can be used as part of a protocol to treat hyperthyroidism along with Bugleweed, Self Heal and Motherwort. Small amounts are ok if you are hypo-thyroid, but I would avoid taking large Quantities of it. Lemon Balm tastes better if it is harvested before it flowers and it not only makes a lovely cup of tea, it can be made into a delightful cordial.”