Hi! Yes, it’s time for This Week in Tea! I love Luisa, it smells so good. It tastes so good. Luisa is a really good tea.

Luisa (Also know as Lemon Verbena) was used in ancient times to ease stress problems, anxiety, insomnia and even nervousness states. It also has been shown to prevent muscle damage and boost the immune system. The infusion of this herbal tea in the water of the bath can have tranquilizing effects.

Here are 5 benefits of Lusia:

Potent Source of Therapeutic Compounds: Lemon verbena contains various plant compounds, such as verbascoside, geranial, neral, luteolin, and limonene, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Reduce Inflammation and Oxidative Stress: Due to its rich antioxidant content, lemon verbena may help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the body. Studies have shown potential benefits in reducing markers of inflammation and oxidative stress.

Benefit Athletes: Lemon verbena supplements have shown promise in reducing muscle damage, pain, and improving recovery in athletes. However, more research is needed, and some studies have been funded by supplement producers.

Improve Sleep Quality: Limited research suggests that lemon verbena may improve sleep quality and help with insomnia. It has historically been used for its sedative properties, but more studies are required to confirm its effectiveness.

Anti-Obesity Properties: Preliminary animal and human studies suggest that lemon verbena could have anti-obesity effects, possibly by affecting gut microbiota and hormones related to appetite. However, more research is needed to validate these findings.