The herb of Luiza
Lemon Balm is a medicinal plant belonging to the oral family. It has many other names, such as Melissa and Limonite. It is called Luiza in relation to Maria Luisa, wife of the King of Spain Charles IV, who may have been planted in the garden of her palace at the time.
It is a long-standing, oval-shaped piece of oval leaves, with a white or yellow flower, and its fruit contains four seeds From which some volatile oils are extracted.
Place of growth of the herb of Luiza
The Luizia grows mainly in the Mediterranean and West Asia regions, such as the Levant, Lebanon, Morocco, Algeria and others, and has been transported by humans to large areas of Europe, Asia, North America and other countries. It is worth mentioning that the herb of Luweizah dies at the beginning of the winter, and then returns to grow again with the beginning of the spring of each year, and harvested leaves before flowering for medical purposes.
The benefits of the herb of Luiza
The herb has many benefits that are difficult to count, and because of the therapeutic properties it has been compared to ancient scientists honey; it has similar uses of honey, was the herb of the most used herbs in the Middle Ages, and the most prominent benefits are as follows:
- It is used in the treatment of gastrointestinal problems such as stomach disorders, nervous colon, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, constipation, bloating, and expulsion of irritating gases, because it contains the substance Ogniol, preferably drink before sleeping, and can be sweetened with honey.
- Treatment of pain in various forms such as headaches, migraines or joint pain and tooth pain.
- Treatment of dysmenorrhea problems, uterine cramps, and the stimulation of menstrual blood flow.
- The alleviation of mental and psychological diseases, such as hysteria and depression.
- Luweiza has sedative properties and is used to improve mood and relieve symptoms of insomnia, sleep disorders, irritability, and anger.
- The treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, it works to strengthen memory, as it contains antioxidants that protect the brain cells from damage, and enter the aromatic smells emanating from the herb of Luiza as part of Aromatherapy used to treat Alzheimer’s disease.
- Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in children, due to its calming effect.
- Treatment of peptic ulcer, which affects the thyroid gland, by regulating the secretion of thyroid hormone, and relieve fatigue and chronic fatigue, but it should be noted that some cases that suffer from problems in the thyroid gland does not suit Luizah, and eating may make the situation worse, so be sure to Type of the situation before taking the drink of Luizah, and warns against use in cases of hypothyroidism.
- Treatment of autoimmune diseases, respiratory tract infections, rapid heartbeat, high blood pressure, tumors, insect bites.
- Luwaize is a perfume industry.
- Treat skin problems and skin diseases; such as acne, pimples, and cold sores.
- Luweiza has anti-viral properties that help to eliminate herpes simplex virus, and various viral pains, due to the fact that it contains polyphenols.
- Cholesterol lowering because it contains a good amount of fiber; it is recommended to eat after food directly to prevent the absorption of cholesterol from food.
- Luiza is used as an appetizer, thus [increasing body weight].
- Luwezah is involved in the manufacture of various cosmetics because of its aromatic fragrance.
Ways to use the herb of Luiza
The benefits of the herb can be used in many different ways, depending on the purpose of using it as follows:
- Chewing leaves can be used to get rid of bad breath and refresh your breath.
- The leaves can be crushed, placed on the skin to treat insect bites and relieve itching.
- To prepare the tea, place an appropriate amount of green luiza leaves in a bowl and pour boiling water over it. Cover the container well to prevent oil from volatilization, leave it long enough for it to cool a little and become drinkable, and you can sweeten the tea with sugar or honey.
- To prepare the lozah herb vinegar, use a suitable bowl and fill three quarters with green leaves. Add apple cider vinegar until the leaves are completely covered. Close the container with a non-metallic lid. Place the container in a cool, dark place and leave for a few weeks. The food is different from regular vinegar, used as a hair conditioner or added to water in the bathtub.
Warnings using the herb of Luiza
According to studies, Luizah is considered safe when taken by adults for up to four months, but there are no studies that confirm its safety when used for longer. In children, luize is considered a safe herb, and can be used for children from 1 to 12 years of age, taking into consideration that it is used in appropriate quantities for a short period of time.
The side effects that may accompany the treatment of the herb of Luizah feeling nausea or vomiting, or dizziness, or feeling abdominal pain, or wheezing, and advised to stop eating two weeks before any surgery to avoid any complications, and the use of the herb during pregnancy or breastfeeding, there are no scientific studies sufficient to confirm its safety, so it advises the mother to avoid it.