Baidyanath Balm – 10 g

Baidyanath Balm - 10 g

Baidyanath Balm is a low-growing perennial herb with rounded, heart-shaped leaves that emit a lemon odor when bruised. The small yellow or white flowers are attractive to bees and other insects. It is indigenous to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, and widely naturalized in Europe, Asia, and North America. The leaves are harvested before flowering and used medicinally.
Baidyanath Balm is a part of the mint family. The plant to for attracting bees. It does not grow very tall, and has small yellow flowers that bloom in spring and summer months. The leaves can be yellowish green to dark green, depending on the soil type and climate. Rubbing these leaves on hands exudes a tart and sweet aroma.

Health Benefits of Baidyanath Balm

1. Baidyanath Balm Effective In Treating Cold Sores:

Lemon balm has proven antiviral properties. A number of studies have indicated that the herb can be used to heal cold sores that are caused by Herpes. Using lemon balm based cream on sores brings positive results. Some other studies showed that lemon balm can treat primary HSV-1 infection. This cream also helps in coping with oral and genital herpes, the latter caused by HSV-2. Lemon balm that has 1% lemon extract can considerably bring down the healing time.

2. Helps In Coping With Dementia And Related Ailments:

Researches have shown that using lemon balm can be helpful in treating dementia and memory loss related ailments. A study carried out by the Northumbria University researchers in 2003 found out that candidates who took lemon balm achieve better marks in memory tests. It is also said to reduce agitation caused by Alzheimer’s disease in those who use the balm.

3. Helps Cope With Insomnia And Anxiety:

Owing to growing stress and incessant multi-tasking that people are subjected to nowadays, sleeping problems and anxiety have become common. A number of studies indicate that using lemon balm can be useful for coping with these two problems.

When the herb is used in conjunction with other herbs like chamomile and valerian, the effect is better. (3) A clinical trial carried out by the University of Michigan researchers found the herb to be effective in treating insomnia. The nice thing is its sedative effect, which does not get intensified by drinking.

4. Acts As An Antioxidant:

Unknowingly you get exposed to harmful free radicals every day. These can be damaging for your health. To battle the effects of free radicals, you need antioxidants. Lemon balm contains oodles of antioxidants.

5. Counters Damages Caused By Radiation Exposure:

For treating cancer and some other disorders, exposure to radiation becomes necessary. However, people subjected to radiation exposure have to cope with several side effects afterwards. Studies have indicated that using lemon balm can reduce the impact of exposure to radiation. One case study revealed that people who used lemon balm, suffered less from plasma DNA damage.

6. Improves Digestive Health And Battles Gastrointestinal Disorders:

Drinking lemon balm tea and its infusion can help improve the condition of your digestive health. (4) It has been used since ages to heal gastrointestinal distress, including various stomach problems and indigestion. The herb is also useful in alleviating symptoms of bloating. The essential oils present in the herb help soothe the gastrointestinal tract. This herb is also combined with peppermint and other herbs to effectively treat dyspepsia, which, in layman terms, is nothing but heartburn

Lemon balm is also used in the preparation of a commercial drug called Iberogast, which is used extensively to treat acute gastrointestinal conditions such as flatulence, colic and an upset stomach.

7. Helps Alleviate Muscle Pain, Aches:

Lemon balm can be effective in reducing the muscle pain and aches that accompany flu. Its antispasmodic action helps reduce muscular spasms. Using Lemon balm leads to sweating when you have a fever, which brings some relief. With sweat, toxins in the body also get discarded.One of its components, eugenol, helps in pain reduction.

8. Boosts Immunity Levels:

Using lemon balm can boost your immunity levels. It has components like caffeic and rosmarinic acids, and these have antibacterial and antiviral properties. Lemon balm effectively thwarts the onset of infection in healthy cells.

9. Works Wonders For Skin Health:

Lemon balm is useful for keeping the skin in top condition, both for women and men. It is ideal to treat skin inflammation. It has strong natural astringents, and hence, using the herb can benefit those with oily and acne prone skin. It helps in cleansing clogged skin pores, which actually pave way to acne and skin rashes.

10. Treats Mouth Infection:

To treat instances of oral infections and results like bleeding gums and bad breath, you can resort to using lemon balm. Mixing a few drops of Lemon balm essential oil to a mouthwash and then use it to gargle will kill the bacteria and freshen up the insides of your mouth.

11. It Helps Tensed Nerves Relax:

You may get tensed owing to a number of reasons, personal and professional. The mild sedative nature of lemon balm can be your solution. Using lemon balm tincture or infusion in such times works wonders. You may use it to release tension after returning from work.

12. Several Uses Of Lemon Balm:

While lemon balm has several healing properties, its usage is not restricted to the medical field as such. On the contrary, the herb is also used in various households for a number of purposes.

Below listed are the top non-medical uses of lemon balm:

13. Diverse Culinary Uses:

Fresh leaves of lemon balm can be used for culinary purposes. While it is possible to keep leaves frozen and use them later, this robs the leaves of their fresh aroma to an extent. So, using fresh leaves is better.

A lot of salads can be adorned with fresh leaves of the herb and it will enhance the flavour greatly. Similarly, it can be used with mint in various dishes. The herb also goes very well with black pepper, another widely used spice and also with thyme, parsley and chervil. It would be a good idea to mix it with fruit juice and sorbets.

14. Serves As A Beneficial Herbal Tea:

You must have heard about the benefits of herbal tea. Lemon balm can be used to make tangy herbal tea that refreshes the taste buds and offers several benefits for health. Made with a spoon of honey, it gives a refreshing feeling. It will also help in elevating your mood after a tiring day.

15. Keeps Nasty Pests And Bugs At Bay:

A majority of people resort to OTC anti-insect spray and repellent products to eradicate insects from households. However, most such insect repellents contain strong chemicals and allergens that can be problematic for users, especially those with allergies and respiratory issues.

You may try using lemon balm to drive away various insects from the home. You may also spray lemon balm tincture in the garden and on the indoor plants. It contains a good amount of citronella, which repels insects effectively. You will be able to keep your home free of insects and save money in the process too.

What is it used for? Traditional/Ethnobotanical uses

Lemon balm has been used in herbal medicine since the times of Pliny (Roman, AD 23-79), Dioscorides (Greek, AD 40-90), Paracelsus (Austrian 1493-1541), and John Gerard (English, 1545-1612). The name Melissa corresponds to the Greek word for bee, while balm is a contraction of balsam. The plant has culinary and medicinal uses, with principal historical medicinal uses being to expel intestinal gas, to induce sweat, and to lower fevers.

General uses of Baidyanath Balm

Primary interest in lemon balm surrounds its effects on the central nervous system. One small study demonstrated decreased stress and agitation in patients with dementia and Alzheimer disease. Lemon balm cream has shown some efficacy in herpes virus lesions in a few small placebo-controlled trials.

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