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Lemon Balm
Extract

Moderate study situation·7/10
A higher score indicates better study conditions, but not necessarily effectiveness.

Lemon balm extract is a traditional herbal supplement used primarily for calming anxiety, improving sleep, and mild cognitive support.

Sleep ImprovementCognitive EnhancementStress ReliefDepression / Mood EnhancementAnxiety Relief
dose range
300–600 mg
2–3 divided doses daily
Consumption
Take 300–600 mg daily, divided into two or three doses. Standardized extracts containing 5–10% rosmarinic acid are preferred for consistent effects.
Not fat-soluble.
Best time
Often taken in the morning and/or before sleep, depending on symptom targets.

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Description

Lemon balm extract, derived from Melissa officinalis, is widely used as a calming herbal supplement to ease anxiety, support restful sleep, and modestly boost cognitive function. It is available in capsules, tinctures, and teas, and typically standardized by its rosmarinic acid content.

benefits
Main effects with level of evidence
Moderate
Note on evidence

Several randomized controlled trials and observational studies support lemon balm's short-term use for anxiety, sleep, and mild mood support, though larger studies are lacking.

Reduces stress and anxiety

Moderate

Supplementation with lemon balm extract has been shown to decrease symptoms of mild-to-moderate anxiety and acute stress, likely via modulation of GABAergic activity.

Particularly relevant for: Adults with mild anxiety · Individuals experiencing situational stress
S3 · PubMed (Cases J et al., 2011, anxiety)S4 · NCCIH - National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

Improves sleep quality

Moderate

Lemon balm extract helps reduce insomnia symptoms and may improve overall sleep quality, especially when used in combination with other calming herbs.

Particularly relevant for: Adults with sleep disturbance · Menopausal women with insomnia
S2 · PubMed (Cases J et al., 2011)S4 · NCCIH - National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

Supports cognitive function and mood

Limited

Acute and short-term use of lemon balm extract may mildly enhance cognitive performance (attention, memory) and mood, particularly in stressful circumstances.

Particularly relevant for: Adults under cognitive or emotional stress
S1 · PubMed (Kennedy DO et al., 2003)S3 · PubMed (Cases J et al., 2011, anxiety)

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