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Balm citronné vs St. John's Wort: Difference, Benefits & Which Is Better? | HerbAlly

Lemon Balm vs St. John's Wort

Comparaison côte à côte des plantes médicinales

Plante

Lemon Balm

Melissa officinalis

Nervine

St. John's Wort

Hypericum perforatum

Nervine

⚠️ Avertissements grossesse et allaitement

Lemon Balm

✅ Généralement sûr pendant la grossesse

✅ Généralement sûr pendant l'allaitement

St. John's Wort

❌ Non recommandé pendant la grossesse

❌ Non recommandé pendant l'allaitement

Description

Lemon balm is a lemon-scented herb from the mint family that has been used medicinally for over 2,000 years. It was a favorite of the ancient Greeks and was cultivated in monastery gardens throughout medieval Europe. It is particularly valued for its gentle calming effects and cognitive-enhancing properties.

St. John's Wort is a flowering plant that has been used medicinally since ancient Greece. It is best known for its use in treating mild to moderate depression, where clinical evidence supports its efficacy comparable to some conventional antidepressants. It is named for its traditional harvest on St. John's Day.

Composés actifs

Rosmarinic acid, Citral, Citronellal, Eugenol, Flavonoids

Hypericin, Hyperforin, Adhyperforin, Flavonoids, Xanthones

Utilisations traditionnelles

Anxiety relief, Sleep aid, Digestive soother, Cold sore treatment, Mood enhancer

Depression treatment, Wound healing, Nerve pain relief, Anti-inflammatory, Sedative

Utilisations modernes

Anxiety and stress, Insomnia, Cold sores (topical), Cognitive performance, ADHD support

Mild to moderate depression, Seasonal affective disorder, Anxiety, Nerve pain, Menopausal symptoms

Posologie adulte

300-600mg extract daily, or 2-4 cups tea daily

300mg extract (0.3% hypericin) 3 times daily

Contre-indications

Thyroid conditions (may interfere with thyroid hormones), Scheduled surgery (sedative effects)

Concurrent use with SSRIs or MAOIs, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Organ transplant recipients, HIV patients on antiretrovirals

Révisé par : Équipe Éditoriale HerbAlly, Herboristes médicaux et professionnels de santé

Sources : Monographies de l'OMS · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Lemon Balm and St. John's Wort?

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is traditionally used for Anxiety relief, Sleep aid, Digestive soother, while St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is used for Depression treatment, Wound healing, Nerve pain relief. See the comparison table for dosage, safety and interactions.

Which is better, Lemon Balm or St. John's Wort?

It depends on your goal. Compare evidence levels, pregnancy safety and drug interactions in the table above, then use our free dose calculator. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.

Can I take Lemon Balm and St. John's Wort together?

Combining herbs can change safety and interactions. Check each herb's interaction profile above and consult your healthcare provider before combining Lemon Balm with St. John's Wort.