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Botanical name: Melissa officinalis
Family Lamiaceae
Therapeutic actions
Anti-inflammatory: alleviate inflammation throughout the body
Anti-bacterial: destroy or inhibit the growth of bacteria
Anti-depressive: uplifting to mood
Anti-viral: destroy and inhibit the spread of viruses
Anti-microbial: destroys and inhibits the growth of microorganisms
Anti-spasmodic: prevents and eases spasms and relieves cramps.
Analgesic: relieves or diminishes pain
Carminative: settles the digestive system and the expulsion of gas from the intestines
Diaphoretic: promotes perspiration
Emmenagogue: stimulates, regulates, and normalizes menstruation
Febrifuge
Hepatic: stimulates and aids liver function
Tonic: strengthens and improves bodily performance
Relaxant: causes relaxation of the mind and/or the body
Sedative: reduces nervousness, distress, or agitation