Description
Discover how to take lemon balm for weight loss with this evidence-based guide, focusing on stress reduction, improved sleep, and metabolism support.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 teaspoons dried lemon balm leaves (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1 cup (240 ml) filtered water
- Optional: ½ teaspoon raw honey
- Optional: squeeze of lemon juice
- Substitutions:
- 1 lemon balm tea bag = 1 tsp dried
- 2–6 ml lemon balm tincture (alternative)
- 0.19–0.55 g powdered supplement (2–3 times/day)
Instructions
- Heat 240 ml of filtered water to just below boiling (200°F / 93°C).
- Place lemon balm leaves or tea bag in a teapot or heat-proof container.
- Pour hot water over the herb and cover.
- Steep for 5-10 minutes, depending on desired strength.
- Strain the tea and discard the herbs.
- Add natural sweetener or lemon juice if desired.
- Consume 30 minutes before meals or 1 hour before bed for optimal benefits.
Notes
Start with 1 cup per day and gradually increase to 2-3 cups if tolerated. Avoid consuming more than 3 cups daily. Consult your doctor if on thyroid or sedative medications.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Herbal Tea
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Wellness
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 4
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon balm tea, stress relief, weight loss tea, natural sleep aid