PMID: Int J Med Sci. 2016 ;13(2):139-46. Epub 2016 Feb 3. PMID: 26941573 Abstract Title: Melissa Officinalis L. Extracts Protect Human Retinal Pigment Epithelial Cells against Oxidative Stress-Induced Apoptosis. Abstract: BACKGROUND: We evaluated the protective effect of ALS-L1023, an extract of Melissa officinalis L. (Labiatae; lemon balm) against oxidative stress-induced apoptosis in human retinal pigment …
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Lemon balm ameliorates the harmful effects of varicocele on sperm parameters and chromatin structure.
PMID: Andrologia. 2018 Oct ;50(8):e13058. Epub 2018 Jun 6. PMID: 29876952 Abstract Title: Can Melissa officinalis improve chromatin structure and sperm parameters in a rat model of varicocele? Abstract: Excessive production of reactive oxygen species is a central mechanism in the pathology of varicocele; Melissa officinalis (MO) is a medicinal plant from the Lamiaceae family …
In a study of 918 children, valerian and lemon balm reduced dyssomnia and restlessness symptoms from moderate/severe to mild or absent in most patients.
PMID: Phytomedicine. 2006 Jun ;13(6):383-7. Epub 2006 Feb 17. PMID: 16487692 Abstract Title: A combination of valerian and lemon balm is effective in the treatment of restlessness and dyssomnia in children. Abstract: Efficacy and tolerability of a combined valerian/lemon balm preparation were investigated in an open, multicentre study in children less than 12 years suffering …
Lemon balm leaf extract displays antiplatelet activity.
PMID: Nat Prod Commun. 2017 Jan ;12(1):93-94. PMID: 30549835 Abstract Title: Quantitative Analysis of Phenolic Acids and Antiplatelet Activity of Melissa officinalis Leaf Extracts. Abstract: The contents of total phenolic acids and rosmarinic acid were determined and the antiplatelet potential assessed of extracts of lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L., Lamiaceae) leaf samples collected during 2014 …
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Lemon balm essential oil inhibits antiviral activity against avian influenza A virus.
PMID: Virusdisease. 2016 Jun ;27(2):170-8. Epub 2016 May 21. PMID: 27366768 Abstract Title: Antiviral activity of the oseltamivir and Melissa officinalis L. essential oil against avian influenza A virus (H9N2). Abstract: Lemon balm derivatives are going to acquire a novelty as natural and potent remedy for treatment of viral infections since the influenza viruses are …
Lemon balm displays effects on the contractile activity of the gastrointestinal tract.
PMID: J Med Food. 2019 Jul ;22(7):653-662. Epub 2019 Apr 16. PMID: 30990736 Abstract Title: Basal and Spasmolytic Effects of a Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract ofL. on Intestinal Motility: AnStudy. Abstract: L. (lemon balm) has been used for decades with symptomatic benefits in patients with digestive disorders. However, very little is known on the effects ofon …
Lemon balm extract displays anti-glycative properties.
PMID: Food Chem. 2011 Nov 15 ;129(2):267-271. Epub 2011 Apr 20. PMID: 30634225 Abstract Title: Inhibitory effects of Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis, L.) extract on the formation of advanced glycation end products. Abstract: Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is a medicinal herb possessing functional compounds with unexplored anti-glycative action. The anti-glycative activity of Lemon balm extract …
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Lemon balm may protect improve resistance of the heart to myocardial injury.
PMID: Pharm Biol. 2016 ;54(6):1005-13. Epub 2015 Oct 12. PMID: 26457827 Abstract Title: The effects of Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) pretreatment on the resistance of the heart to myocardial injury. Abstract: CONTEXT: The antihyperlipidemic, antiarrhythmic, neuroprotective and hepatoprotective effects of Melissa officinalis L. (Lamiaceae) have been reported. However, no study has examined its effects on …
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An anti-angiogenic compound from lemon balm leaves attenuates a high-fat diet-induced nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
PMID: Int J Mol Sci. 2017 Apr 17 ;18(4). Epub 2017 Apr 17. PMID: 28420164 Abstract Title: The Angiogenesis Inhibitor ALS-L1023 from Lemon-Balm Leaves Attenuates High-Fat Diet-Induced Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease through Regulating the Visceral Adipose-Tissue Function. Abstract: Similar to neoplastic tissues, growth and development of adipose tissue are thought to be angiogenesis-dependent. Since visceral …
Lemon balm decreases HbA1c and improves beta-cell activity, blood pressure, and HDL-C in type 2 diabetic individuals.
PMID: Phytother Res. 2019 Mar ;33(3):651-659. Epub 2018 Dec 10. PMID: 30548118 Abstract Title: Efficacy of Melissa officinalis L. (lemon balm) extract on glycemic control and cardiovascular risk factors in individuals with type 2 diabetes: A randomized, double-blind, clinical trial. Abstract: Melissa officinalis is a plenteous source of antioxidant flavonols and flavonoids that contain health-promoting …
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