I want to think you for your videos. I am a budding herbalist and you're so informative and thorough. Also I suffer from PTSD and I'm having a really really hard time tonight with intrusive thoughts and memories and your video is so soothing and comforting nd calming. Just what I need right now. And I'm learning bout something I love.

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your thoughts here! Please enjoy the channel and all the free video lessons.

Thank you so much. Having had the virus and compromised immune system as a result this will be my starting place to rebuild my immune system. Also thank you for the resources to purchase Lemon Balm.

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

The first person to discuss the possible toxicity of the lids under heat.....Well Done.

@DinaFalconi

10 ай бұрын

Thanks, enjoy the channel.

Great stuff, I'm Native and we have used this for years. Wado Dina!! (Thank You)

@DinaFalconi

8 ай бұрын

Most welcome!

GREAT video. lemon balm is so easy to plant and spreads like mint, so take care where you plant it. Thank you and God Bless for the time away from you life that you share your knowledge.

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Jojo, thanks for your comment.

Thank you Dana!🌱

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

Wonderful, thank you!

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

Thank you 🌿

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

For sure!!

So glad I found you. Love you. You were just what I was looking for.

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, appreciate it!

Wonderful, thank you !...💕

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Paula, thank you for appreciating!

I love listening to you… thank you for your knowledge 🌎♥️🙏🏼

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you and enjoy the channel.

Thank you

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome.

Thank you,my favorite subscription and keeps away ALOt of prescription s.Love and light keep shining 🌟

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

So glad!!!

Thank you ❤

@DinaFalconi

10 ай бұрын

Welcome!

Dina you are a wonderful teacher😌thank you for sharing your knowledge❤️

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback! Enjoy the videos!

I love lemon balm! I’m totally convinced we’re attracted to the plant we need the most. I’ve have lemon balm tincture. Looks like this is going to be a nor’easter task☺️. Thanks for sharing Dina!!!

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

@firequeen2194

Жыл бұрын

Ooh! I’d love the recipe for the tincture. My lemon balm is abundant this year!

I've always loved lemon balm. Just the smell of it makes me happy. That's why I grow so much of it. Unfortunately, last summer's crop died off because I was sick with covid during all of August (I was in chemo so ANY illness or injury took twice as long to recover from). My garden didn't do well. I wish I had known more of lemon balm's abilities or I would have added it to my treatment. Plantain did wonders for me and I firmly believe that plantain is why I was able to stay out of the hospital. Maybe, if I had done a little more research into lemon balm, I could have recovered faster. Elderberry was out of the running because it's contraindicated for the chemo drugs. I'd be interested to hear what other herbs might have helped me recover quicker from covid (or any other respiratory illness). After the chemo, I find I really want to stay away from the Big Pharma snake oil. It's done nothing but make me LESS healthy and after thinking about it I realized that Big Pharma doesn't WANT people healthy. Healthy people don't buy their goods.

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment! Sending healing wishes to you. Please note that there are many herbs and food to support our health. Best if you could find a holistic health care provider to work with you in person.

Thank you 😎 God Bless 🙂

@DinaFalconi

10 ай бұрын

Welcome, enjoy the herbs!

Great demonstration of the difference of how the same weight can look difference depending on whole leaf vs cut and shifted

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, yes, such a big difference.

Pure parchment paper can be placed around lid and tightened with it.

@DinaFalconi

10 ай бұрын

thanks!

It’s always great learning from you Dina. I put some lemon balm in my thermos early this morning that I am looking forward to drinking even more now!

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Holly, Glad!!

🎉Thank you

@DinaFalconi

Ай бұрын

Welcome!

Perfect timing! My son has a huge and painful cold sore breaking out. I know lemon balm is wonderful for this. Thank you for your work!

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Glad, not for the cold sore, but for the timing.

Made a tincture from lemon balm, knew it was good for a lot of things, didn't know about these u listed here! Thnk u!

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy your lemon balm tincture!

I totally love you...amazing tips ..thank you...this is the future/past as far as I am concerned

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Enjoy!

This is so lovely thank you. I am blessed to have discovered, through a wonderful teacher the power of plants. I use Lemon Balm along with Chamomile and Elder Flowers nightly for sleep. I also have it in my garden the fragrancd is beautiful to the sensesand I love her tiny delicate flowers. Btw you kitchen looks so comforting.

@DinaFalconi

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your comment. Your mix of Lemon Balm along with Chamomile and Elder Flowers sounds lovely.

Thank you, Dina 🌱 you inspire me a lot! I'm from Mallorca (Spain) and I was looking for some teacher like you for a long time! I'm learning a lot with your online courses 👏🌿 You are the best 💐

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Laura, thank you for your appreciative feedback! I am so glad. And Mallorca sounds amazing!

@lauravalls2499

2 жыл бұрын

@@DinaFalconi Well... Unfortunately, we don't care enough our nature... Too much tourism!⛱️ But i will find some secret place to identify and harvest 😉🌳🌴🍃☘️🌿🌱🌾🍀🌲🌳

My lemon balm is tucked in the green-house. It is in a pot but I think I'll plant it in one of the raised beds this spring since it doesn't seem to be as aggressive as regular mints. Look forward to harvesting some leaves and making a tea with it!

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, enjoy your lemon balm!

Thank you very informative just started with Lemon Balm in a pre-made purchased tea and will be careful with it because I am on anti-thyroid medication.

@DinaFalconi

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your comment. Glad you the video is informative to you.

Hi just stopping in to say thank you just got your book . It is now the most valuable book on our farm . Side question what will break up blood clots . Know someone with bad blood clots from a medical process . She is scared very scared

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello John, thank you for your comment here. Happy to know my Foraging & Feasting book is well love on your farm! Please note that I can not give specific medical advice. Can you get your friend to work with a healthcare provider right away who can help her with food and herbs to support her through this? Hoping so.

Please talk more about herbal compounds if you are able ..very hard but useful information to come by.

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Sis Raye, for your comment. Will put it on the list.

Another Awesome video! Can you do a video on feverfew?

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Brooke, thanks for your comment and suggestion. I'll keep it in mind.

You can put a small saucer on top of the jar instead of the lid if concerned about the lid lining. We can food with those lids however and they are safe. The are BPA free.

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Yes, thanks for your input.

Thanks Dina! Your whole dried leaves are beautiful. Please help me dry my tulsi. I air dried it last year and it turned black and flavor totally destroyed. Tip on how to successfully dry tulsi leaf, if you please? Love learning from you!

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Hello Cary, Here is a video about drying I made that should be helpful: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qKqL3Kiup7yfo5M.html And / or you may want to use a dehydrator set around 85-95 degrees F for approx. 8 or so hours, until the herbs are crisp and snap when broken. Then store in air tight containers in a cool, dark place. The drying times and temps can vary, since the plant material may be wetter or dryer, but keep in mind that you don't want too much heat, as that will destroy the aromatics, so best to keep temps under 100F. Keep us posted on how it goes.

I have two Lemon Balm plants growing wonderfully! I love to stem and drink! Yum! I am learning that it thins the blood. I guess I will now have to check with my doc about continuing to drink as we just discovered I have an irregular heart beat -bummer!

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tracy, for your comment. Can you keep us posted on what your doc say?

@tracygarcia6406

Жыл бұрын

@@DinaFalconi will do!

I use it daily. Both the hubs and I have zoster and it helps us keep the break outs at bay!!

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, good to know.

@lcunningham1776

2 жыл бұрын

L-lysine also...

Love this! What herbal tea would you use for cottonmouth/super dry mouth.?!?

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Nikita, not able to give specific health advice, but perhaps hydration is an issue. And herbs that are emollient / demulcent could be helpful too.

Great video! Once I make the tea, can I store it in my fridge and how for how long? Thanks!

@DinaFalconi

2 ай бұрын

Thanks, yes, store tea in fridge and should last 1-3 days.

i love lemon balm. also when I make potent infusions with nettle I just don't put the lid on until everything is cooled down and then I put it in the fridge overnight with the lid on. When I make herbal oil infusions with fresh plant material I add a bit of wax paper before closing the lid and I never get mold but I do check every day to make sure.

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, although, when making this infusion, I suggest putting the lid on to capture all the volatile compounds that leave with the steam.

@opheliabells

Жыл бұрын

@@DinaFalconi yep forgot to mention you could put a plate on while waiting.

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Yes, covering is important.

Hi Dina, You mentioned contraindication for thyroid meds. Is this for all thyroid issues/meds, the contraindication? Thank you. Love your videos!

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Melanie, thank you for appreciating my videos! When dealing with thyroid issues, there can be concern with lemon balm. And please keep in mind that this information is not meant to replace medical advice. With any new food or herb, go slowly, research it, and discuss using it with your healthcare provider.

@melanieshiffman4433

2 жыл бұрын

@@DinaFalconi Thank you Dina :)

Being as you grow your own try chewing four or five fresh leaves for a while before bed, swollow and enjoy sleeping like a baby that night.

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, love this!

@opheliabells

Жыл бұрын

I do this, carry it in my pocket too for bad anxiety, and then chew when needed and the smell calms me down too just carry a little mirror around with me so I don't worry about having bits in my teeth.

Hi i recently got your channel and i loved it.. ma’am my daughter is 4 and she catches cold and cough easily and they last long and fever runny nose they are just normal for her…i am tired of using over the counter children medicines and i don’t want to give that little tummy those medicines at all.. I dont know how to get rid of that … she gets sick easily specially cold fever and cough… can you please tell me what kind of potent or herbs should i use for her immunity booster?? Thank you

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Meem, thank you for your comment. As you may know, I am not able to give specific medical / health advice on the this platform. And it is always best to work with someone in person. Still, for immune support, eating a healthy menu low in sweeteners and abundant in nutrient dense foods goes a long way. Generally speaking, herbal infusions of lemon balm, sacred basil, and even nettle may be helpful. Best wishes.

@meempatwary1619

2 жыл бұрын

@@DinaFalconi Thank you so much… really appreciate you🙏

My poor husband was suffering terribly from a nervous belly. He saw multiple doctors for help. The irony is, I was growing a ton of lemon balm at the time. *sigh*

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. Hoping your husband is feeling better.

Do you have to dry the leaves first or can you use fresh leaves? My 3 plants have little black spots on the leaves. Not sure if I can still use them.

@DinaFalconi

7 ай бұрын

You can use them fresh. Can't comment without seeing the spots, but thinking, if the plants smell good and otherwise look healthy, you should be able to use them.

What about store bought elderberry, lemon balm tea with ashwaganda???

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

I like them all, and just make sure they are good quality.

Could you use a coffee cafetiere to do this?

@DinaFalconi

9 ай бұрын

Haven't done so, but thinking so.

can you add elderFLOWER (not the berry)?

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Yes, you can add.

What are your thoughts about steeping this herb for 24 hours prior to consumption?

@DinaFalconi

5 ай бұрын

Good question, thinking that would be fine, just keep in mind, that in warm weather, the infusion may begin to ferment / get funky with long steeping.

I make a lemon balm tinture using vodka

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Hello Tammy, thanks for your comment. Enjoy your lemon balm tincture.

How do Grow it

@DinaFalconi

8 ай бұрын

Thanks, it grows wild where I live (NY) and in many parts of the world, so often no need to grow it. Still if you are asking how to grow it, here is info from Strictly Medicinal Seeds: "Mullein prefers disturbed soil, will grow in clay, gravel or loam, likes full sun and requires only moderate water. The seeds are light-dependent germinators. Sow in spring by sprinkling on soil surface and tamp securely, then keep warm, evenly moist and in the light until germination, which is rapid. Thin or transplant to 2 feet apart."

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@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!!

how long can last the infusion liquid without going bad ?

@DinaFalconi

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Gabriel, for your question. If stored in the fridge, it should keep for 1-2 days.

where do buy the herbs from, otherwise I'm going to amazon

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

If you aren't going to forage for the herbs, perhaps you can buy it from a local herb shop or natural food store. Or you can buy it online from Jean's Greens Herbal Tea Works, or Mountain Rose Herbs.

@lindamon5101

2 жыл бұрын

Forage

Is lemon balm safe for people with heart issues or diabetes or take antidepressants

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. Please note this information I share is not meant to replace medical advice. With any new food or herb, go slowly, research it, and discuss using it with your healthcare provider. Generally speaking: okay for folks with heart issues and diabetes.

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@DinaFalconi

7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I thought hot water will kill off the beneficial properties like boiling veggies?

@DinaFalconi

4 ай бұрын

Thanks, in cooking, you lose vitamin C and other volatile compounds, but you also liberate the chemical constituents. By making an infusion, you are drawing out the beneficial compounds, but also keeping the steam (the volatile compounds) from escaping by tightly capping the jar as it steeps. Hope this helps.

Could you just put cheese cloth in between the metal lid?

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

That's a thought.....

@RitaHedgepeth-le7zi

Жыл бұрын

I was wondering the same thing?

I’m wondering if you can offer some help. My niece was given a choice after surgery a few days ago. To stay in hospital or go home. They didn’t tell her they’d be sending her home with 5 5 mg oxycodone to deal with pain immediately after two rather invasive surgeries. She lives a few hundred miles away from me. I still want to help. I don’t believe in synthetic pharmaceuticals personally anyway, so I am trying to find some way to convey good sound info to send presented in a way her parents will try. The current medical system has really dropped them on their heads this time

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Elizabeth, thank you for your comment. Sorry to hear about your niece (sending healing wishes to her). As you can imagine, I am not able to give any advice in this setting / format. Best if your niece could find a holistic health care practitioner in her area to work with. I do believe she can support her health with food, herbs, and lifestyle. Best wishes.

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

PS generally speaking, lemon balm and dandelion root can be helpful to many folks. But, of course, this information is not meant to replace medical advice. With any new food or herb, go slowly, research it, and discuss using it with your healthcare provider.

@eeeckstrom

5 ай бұрын

OMG. My niece had two very invasive surgeries and was given the same choice. She went home, so she could be cared for by people who love her. They told her to eat some Tylenol. It took a couple people two days to find some sympathetic nurse who got her the needle pain meds

Thank you

@DinaFalconi

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome!