Lemon Balm vs Taurine for sleep
Short answer: For sleep, users rate them about the same: 91% report improvement with Lemon Balm (85 reports) and 92% with Taurine (83 reports).
Lemon Balm has 14 meta-analyses and 28 randomized trials on PubMed; Taurine has 112 and 227.
Based on 361 reports about Lemon Balm and 786 about Taurine. Not medical advice.
| Lemon Balm Supplement | Taurine Supplement | |
|---|---|---|
| User score | 53 | 50 |
| Verdict | Mostly positive | Mostly positive |
| Positive of reports that state an outcome | 66% | 73% |
| Reports | 361 | 786 |
| Research | AResearch: Strong | AResearch: Strong |
| Meta-analyses / RCTs | 14 / 28 | 112 / 227 |
| Mainly used for | ||
| Focus % reporting improvement | 67% (6) | 81% (36) |
| Energy % reporting improvement | 25% (4) | 88% (41) |
| Sleep % reporting improvement | 91% (85) | 92% (83) |
| Anxiety % reporting improvement | 85% (84) | 92% (173) |
| Mood % reporting improvement | 90% (10) | 88% (41) |
| Memory % reporting improvement | — | 50% (2) |
| Performance % reporting improvement | — | 95% (19) |
| Recovery % reporting improvement | — | 100% (14) |
| Pain & inflammation % reporting improvement | 0% (2) | 78% (9) |
| Digestion % reporting improvement | — | 50% (4) |
| Libido % reporting improvement | 100% (2) | 80% (5) |
| Hormones % reporting improvement | — | 71% (7) |
| Heart & lipids % reporting improvement | — | 100% (15) |
| Skin & hair % reporting improvement | — | 100% (2) |
| Longevity % reporting improvement | — | 100% (4) |
| Common side effects | drowsiness, fatigue, anxiety, dizziness | anxiety, drowsiness, brain fog, vivid dreams |
| Typical dose reported | three large scoops | 3-4 g |
The small number of clinical trials and differences between their methods were the limitations of the present study. Further high-quality studies are needed to firmly establish the clinical efficacy of the lemon balm.
Phytother Res, 2021 ↗“Lemon balm might have a positive effect on cognition too, a less foggy mind helps to reduce anxiety”
Taurine showed noteworthy effects in preventing hypertension and enhancing cardiac function. Individuals prone to CVDs may find it advantageous to include taurine in their daily regimen.
Nutr J, 2024 ↗“Taurine”
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