Balm

Balm (Folia melissae) "The juice of the Balm glueth together green wounds," says Gerard, and, as did many ancient herbalists, he noted the pain deadening properties of this plant, European herbalists often use balm in the bath to overcome neuralgic of spasmatic pain.

Drink hot balm tea to induce perspiration for detoxification purposes or add balm to peppermint, elderflower, ginger, or other such antirespiratory herbal teas.

Cold balm, in fresh form, is best for wounds as the balsamic oil needed for cuts and bruises is dispelled by heating. Use cold balm tea infused in cold water for children's flatulence, too, and to calm the nerves or overcome nervous headache. Incidentally, lavender, peppermint, and benzoin (a resin) also contain similar balsamic oils.