Lemon Balm Popsicles
Do you have little kids at home that love popsicles?
This tried and true herbal recipe is one I still make every month and my children are 10!
It’s made with Melissa Officinalis more commonly known as “lemon balm” and it’s known to lift your spirits.
So, don’t be surprised if you find yourself smiling after one of these pops!
Lemon Balm Health Benefits
antiviral - known to reduce viral illnesses
calms the mind and promotes sleep
improves digestion
fights the herpes virus
soothes kids with ADD and ADHD
reduces PMS for mom!
Lemon Balm: What is it Good for
Other benefits of the Lemon Balm pop. It's great for ...
teething
fever
hot summer day
and it soothes anxiety
Another botanical included in this recipe is Echinacea.
It's optional to add a tincture of Echinacea. I would do this in the winter months or for kids aged 2-6, as they are most prone to catching viral infections.
Echinacea Benefits:
reduce cold & flu symptoms
controls blood sugar
increases the number of white blood cells that fight infection
Herbal Popsicle Ingredients
2 tbs. of dried Lemon Balm
1 Mason Jar
3 cups of boiling water
1/4 cup of frozen fruit {we like mango, strawberries, or even pineapple}
1/4 cup of pineapple juice (optional)
1 dropperful of Echinacea tincture
Herbal Popsicle Recipe
Boil the water
Place 2 tbs. of dried Lemon Balm in a mason jar
Pour the water over the herbs
Cover and let sit for 10 minutes.
Strain
Take the 3 cups of tea, plus pineapple juice, and fruit, and blend
When done blending, add in the tincture
Pour into your molds and wait patiently!
Viola! Let me know if you love them as much as we do!
DIY Popsicle Molds: Here are some popsicle molds we love!
I purchase lemon balm from mountainroseherbs.com
Conclusion
Popsicles are a fun way to get herbal medicine into your little ones, plus they soothe their nervous system. Do you think you can try this? Let me know in the comment area below.
xo
Tara
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