Calming Herbs for Evening Wind-Down: Lemon Balm & Ashwagandha

Lemon balm
Ashwagandha
Using them as liquids
Frequently asked questions
What do lemon balm and ashwagandha do for sleep?
Can I take calming herbs with melatonin?
Are these herbs clinically researched?
References
- Salve J, Pate S, Debnath K, Langade D. Adaptogenic and Anxiolytic Effects of Ashwagandha Root Extract in Healthy Adults. Cureus. 2019;11(12):e6466.
- Mazzola G, Rondanelli M, Lazzarotti A, et al. Salivary cortisol dynamics: Melissa officinalis supplement. Food Nutr Res. 2026;70:14023.
- Ebrahim YM, Sadek MA, Sabry MO, et al. Integrative sleep management: from molecular pathways to conventional and herbal treatments. Naunyn Schmiedebergs Arch Pharmacol. 2025;398(10):13515–13543.