But does the science agree? And how can you make your own at home? Part of the mint family, lemon balm – or Melissa officinalis – is native to southern Europe, known for its aromatic lemony scent.

Bee balm, bergamot, Oswego tea, and horsemint are all common names for Monarda, a flowering herb in the mint family. With a red, fuchsia, or purple spiky flower head that looks a bit like a jester's ...