Lemon balm isn’t just a pretty garden herb — it’s a time-tested plant with powerful calming, antiviral, and skin-soothing properties. Used for centuries to ease stress, lull the body into restful sleep, and even help clear stubborn skin issues like warts, this lemon-scented mint has earned its place in the herbalist’s apothecary. In this post, I share how I’ve personally used lemon balm for my family’s wellness, plus what science and tradition say about this gentle yet potent herb.

Mullein is more than just a fuzzy roadside plant—it’s one of the most trusted herbs in traditional herbal medicine for soothing the lungs, easing coughs, relieving pain, and calming the nervous system. Whether you’re steeping it into tea, applying it topically, or using it in a blend, mullein offers gentle, reliable support when your body needs it most. In this post, I’ll walk you through the benefits of mullein leaf, root, and flower—plus rare uses you might not have heard of—and how to use it at home safely and effectively.