February 5th
Photo: Lila la Loop A herb of Benedictine monastic medicine Lady's mint, also known as balsam herb, was an important medicinal herb in Benedictine abbeys, used primarily in women's health. Its name refers to its special role in treating ailments known as "women's diseases." In monastic medicine, it was considered warming, strengthening, and balancing. Many herbal manuscripts praise it as [...] Read More