Lemon Balm Organic Loose Leaf - Sweet Lemony - Dried Mellisa Officinialis 50g

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Ideally you can bring it to a boil and then let it sit for a minute or two before adding it to your leaves. I would definitely not want to usurp what a licensed naturopath says – they know all about your medical history and I’m sure they have a big picture/plan for health in mind! I love having dried lemon balm in my little apothecary to grab anytime one of us has an upset stomach, feeling tense or just want to enjoy a sweet tea beverage. Drying is simple and safe and you will soon have lemon balm when you want to relax for a good night's sleep!

Each day I have either their dried Lemon Balm, and other times fresh leaves which I have growing in a pot. Personalised advertising may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” of information under California and other state privacy laws, and you may have a right to opt out. Gladstar profiles 33 common healing plants and includes advice on growing, harvesting, preparing, and using herbs in healing tinctures, oils, and creams.

com/using-fresh-mint-to-make-lip-balms-salve/ I actually used fresh spearmint the most for the projects shown because I have a ton of it too! Dry the lemon balm by spreading it out on a paper towel and blotting gently to remove any surface moisture. Place about 3/4 cup lemon balm leaves into a small pot and add enough water to just cover the leaves.When the lemon balms are sufficiently dry remove them from the oven and remove the leaves from the stalks. As it’s a favourite plant of the bees, do ensure that you leave plenty for our fuzzy friends to gather pollen from. Melissa, the generic name, is the Greek word for 'honeybee,' named such because of the bee's love of the this beautifully scented herb.

Would you know if there are any changes in dose for different ages and at what age is it safe to give. This herbal tisane benefits from the addition of raw honey from honey bees, agave syrup, and a dash of lemon juice. Please note that lemon balm can act as a thyroid inhibitor , so if you have hypothyroidism, please consult with your provider before using. A herbal infusion of Lemon Balm leaves is said to help relieve the symptoms of catarrh, colds and headaches. I just bought my first lemon balm plant and will by tucking it into a nice (and large) pot I just happen to have.I know that teas are a good, gentle way of dosing herbs, but I’m not a huge tea fan myself, so prefer other forms first. The ratings/reviews displayed here may not be representative of every listing on this page, or of every review for these listings.

Traditionally, it’s been used to gently treat colic and upset stomach in everyone from infants to elders. Some scents fade with time, though my two year old rose glycerite is still a pretty pink and smells as fresh as the day I made it! This is my least favorite method because most ovens don’t get below 170 degrees and lemon balm should ideally be dried at 95 degrees to maintain its potency. I would like to reinfuse it with fresh lemon balm instead of just throwing it out, is that something that can be done? The amount of leaves you use is highly variable so feel free to experiment to get the flavor you love.Eco-Friendly Packaging: Your Herbs/ Flowers come hand-packed with care into reusable kraft paper, airtight bags. Lemon balm makes a fresh, herby, lemony tea – a delicious way to start the day, or to drink after a meal. To harvest lemon balm, pinch off a few leaves whenever you need them for fresh use, or gather a full harvest once the plants are big enough. To enjoy this tea at it’s best, use 1 teaspoon of lemon balm leaves per mug, pour water which is just off the boil and leave the tea to infuse for 4-5 minutes. Commonly known as Melissa tea, this exquisite beverage pairs well with a variety of herbs and sweeteners so you can play up the flavor and discover new tastes.