Lemon Balm (Melissa Officinalis) – Lemon Balm for Calm, Restful Sleep, Digestive Balance and Mental Clarity – Natural Anti-Stress Support and Daily Relaxation

Lemon Balm 500 mg, Swanson is a botanical supplement created to support relaxation, emotional balance, restful sleep and digestive comfort, using the aromatic-citrus and phytochemical profile of Melissa officinalis leaves. The formula contains Melissa (Melissa officinalis) (leaves) – 1 g* per serving, ensuring a concentrated supply of active compounds (phenolic acids, flavonoids, essential oils such as citral, citronellal and geraniol) that work synergistically to induce nervous calm, reduce mental tension and support a more harmonious circadian rhythm. Lemon balm is traditionally valued for its gentle yet consistent effects, offering a natural transition from agitation to clarity and wellbeing.

Detailed Benefits of Lemon Balm

• Supporting Relaxation and a Healthy Response to Stress

Daily stress activates neuroendocrine cascades that keep the body in a constant state of "alert". The citrus aroma and volatile compounds of lemon balm, together with polyphenols, act as modulators of nervous tone.

✅ Contributes to reducing nervousness and states of agitation;
✅ Promotes relaxation without causing excessive drowsiness during the day;
✅ Provides a stable emotional state, useful in periods with multiple tasks and deadlines.
Through this gentle support, Lemon Balm helps to balance reactions to stress, creating the ground for better decisions and calmer interactions.

• Restful Sleep and Improved Quality of Rest

Sleep quality is not just about duration, but also the depth and continuity of rest. Lemon balm is recognized for its ability to support the natural onset of sleep, harmonizing the transition from activity to rest.

✅ Promotes mental relaxation in the evening and a smoother falling asleep;
✅ Contributes to reducing night wakings associated with mental tension;
✅ Supports recovery and perceived vitality in the morning.
An evening routine in which lemon balm is included can transform rest into a restorative ritual, reflected in sustained energy the next day.

• Digestive Comfort and Gastrointestinal Tract Balance

Stress and irregular eating can promote abdominal discomfort, bloating or the sensation of a "knotted" stomach. The phytoaromas and polyphenols in lemon balm support digestive tone and gentle motility.

✅ Helps with abdominal relaxation and more comfortable digestion;
✅ Contributes to reducing occasional bloating;
✅ Promotes comfort after meals.
This support is useful during periods of rhythm changes or when meals are taken on the go.

• Mental Clarity, Focus and Mood Balance

Lemon Balm is not just calming; it offers clarity and focus, supporting a state of presence without hyperexcitability.

✅ Contributes to more coherent concentration in cognitive tasks;
✅ Supports mood balance, reducing fluctuations related to tension;
✅ Can be useful in moments of information overload, when the mind needs organizing calm.
The result is a stable mental tone, compatible with sustained intellectual activity.

• Supporting Redox Balance and Natural Defense

Polyphenols in Melissa officinalis offer antioxidant support that contributes to the body's redox balance, positively influencing overall resilience.

✅ Supports cellular protection against oxidative stress;
✅ Contributes to systemic tone and body robustness;
✅ Supports more coherent recovery after demanding days.
Over time, this antioxidant foundation is reflected in a stable energy level and an increased perception of wellbeing.

• Synergy of Natural Compounds in Lemon Balm

The complexity of Melissa officinalis lies in the multiple compounds that work together: phenolic acids (rosmarinic, caffeic), flavonoids (luteolin, quercetin), essential oils (citral, citronellal) and triterpenes.

✅ Rosmarinic acid has relaxing and neuroprotective properties;
✅ Citral provides the characteristic citrus note and supports calmness;
✅ Flavonoids act synergistically to provide antioxidant support.
This phytochemical mosaic creates a broad effect, beyond what a single isolated compound could offer.

• Scientific Research and Traditional Knowledge

Lemon balm has been used for centuries in European folk medicine. Modern studies explore mechanisms such as GABA modulation (associated with relaxation), antioxidant action, and support for gut-brain axis.

✅ Research supports the use of lemon balm for reducing anxiety and improving sleep quality;
✅ Clinical data point to benefits in the context of cognitive stress;
✅ The combination of traditional knowledge and modern evidence creates strong credibility.
Although individual results vary, the convergence of tradition and science indicates a reliable mechanism of action, validated across cultures and generations.

• How the Formula Feels in Daily Life

Typical feedback describes:
✅ Subtle relaxation in the first hours after administration;
✅ Calmer mind, with reduced ruminations towards evening;
✅ Sleep perceived as more deep and restorative;
✅ Improved digestive comfort in stressful situations.
The effect is not abrupt, but harmonious, integrating naturally into the daily rhythm.

• Integrating Lemon Balm into a Balance Routine

The value of lemon balm is enhanced by sleep hygiene (consistent schedule, reducing blue light in the evening), adequate hydration and balanced meals. Breathing practices or active breaks during the day amplify the effect of calm and focus. Lemon balm thus becomes the central component of a wellness ecosystem, where each small change supports the overall result.

• Why Lemon Balm from Swanson

Swanson offers a transparent and substance-oriented profile: 1 g of Melissa leaves per serving, a generous amount, suitable for users who want to feel the difference in calm, sleep and digestion. The brand's reputation for control and consistency adds confidence, and the simplicity of the formula ensures that the plant remains the main protagonist.

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) 500 mg, Swanson, offers triple support – nervous calm, restful sleep and digestive comfort – plus mental clarity, in a clean and well-dosed formula. Through the synergy of natural compounds, the product naturally integrates into the daily routine of those who want a stable state of wellbeing, a calm mind and a rest that recharges.




 

Directions for Use

As a dietary supplement, take two capsules daily with water.



 

Other Ingredients

gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose (plant fiber), silicon dioxide, magnesium salt of fatty acids.

Warnings

For adults only. Do not take this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your healthcare provider before using this product or any other product if you are taking medication or have a medical condition.
Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if seal is broken. Store in a cool, dry place.