Perilla has long been used in traditional medicine. Thanks to its bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and rosmarinic acid, perilla offers many health benefits.
Lemon balm is an herb with a mild, lemony scent. Numerous studies suggest that lemon balm can help reduce anxiety and stress, aid digestion, alleviate headaches, and improve cardiovascular health, according to the health website Healthline (USA).
Perilla tea helps promote sleep and offers many other health benefits.
In particular, perilla essential oil has a relaxing effect and improves mood. This benefit is due to the compounds rosmarinic acid and flavonoids, which have a calming effect on the nervous system, helping to reduce stress and anxiety.
Perilla has also been shown to help people with insomnia fall asleep more easily. Insomnia comes in many forms. Some people can't sleep at all night, while others don't get enough sleep, have difficulty falling asleep, and frequently wake up in the middle of the night and toss and turn until morning.
A study published in the Mediterranean Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism found that people who drank perilla leaf extract daily experienced a 42% reduction in insomnia. Furthermore, 85% of the study participants reported an improvement in their insomnia.
Meanwhile, another study in the journal Pharmaceutical Sciences found that mice given perilla leaf extract fell asleep faster and for longer periods compared to those given extracts from other plants.
The rosmarinic acid content in perilla also helps reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, and support better blood circulation. The antioxidants in this plant also help protect the cardiovascular system from damage caused by free radicals.
In addition to the benefits mentioned above, perilla also helps relax muscles and reduce headaches. People can take advantage of this benefit by drinking perilla tea or massaging with perilla essential oil.
Who should be cautious when using perilla leaves?
Although perilla leaves and products extracted from this plant are safe, some people need to limit their use.
Specifically, people taking sedatives may experience excessive drowsiness if they also consume perilla leaves. Meanwhile, those taking medication for thyroid disease should consult their doctor before using perilla leaves, as it may cause drug interactions, according to Healthline .
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