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Our Chaga soaps and lotions are available on our website. 
We are adding to the Herbs avail each day. Visit the gardens and have a cup of chaga.

Chaga and Chickweed

Chickweed (Stellaria media) is used as a cooling demulcent and expectorant to relieve coughs, bronchitis, and hoarseness. It is considered a nourishing tonic for improving overall energy levels, helps speed fat metabolism and can be a tool for weight loss programs. It is claimed to loosen a tight chest, reduce a fever and is used to complement cancer treatments and restore a feeling of health. Some have used it successfully to help conjunctivitis and other eye problems. Chickweed is full of Vitamin C a restorative health tonic can be made with Chickweed.
Externally Chickweed as an emollient, has a cooling and drying effect on wounds and skin problems. Minor burns respond nicely to chickweed as do burns, eczema, some even say impetigo. The medicinal properties of this common " weed's " nutritional properties make it a popular in salves and lotions.

We can customize a lotion of chickweed with different oils, other herbs and even some of our own garden scents or organic essential oils. Here at Carob's Farm we find, companioning with our own local Chaga, Chickweed borders next to perfect any way we use it.


Disclaimer: None of the opinions or claims on Carob’s Farm, Chaga Chasers or That Other Stuff are to be taken as medical truths nor are they meant to diagnose or treat any disease. Instead, we provide you with this information to aide you on your own path of discovery, and on “that” path your best judgment is always the best choice. Our very best to you.

Chaga, " It's a way of life."

Carob's Farm and Melissa Officinalis

Carob's Farm 
 Chaga, It's a way of life!!

Melissa; she is so versatile and peeking through last years Oak leaves that covered the ground before the snow!! Melissa Officinalis that is otherwise lovingly know as Lemon Balm. The promises Melissa makes are many. Melissa Officinalis has been written about for centuries and has not lost any of her charm as she is still written about and used around the world. Whether medically or culinary, Lemon balm can be used, fresh, dried, tinctured, in teas and in cosmetics. It is even said it keep the bugs away!! So versatile and freshly scented, Melissa is certainly one of my top five favorites. I use it often, maybe even daily. As an herbal tea Melissa can be used hot or cold. It is often used with Lavender is in sugary treats and is an excellent addition to fish and famous for pesto. It mixes well with other herbs such as Lavender and Spearmint. Melissa is of the mint family. Medicinally Melissa throughout the centuries is claimed to have antibacterial and antiviral properties, I add it to lip balms to relieve not only chapped lips but also cold sores. The Essential oils in Melissa are known to be soothing and calming as an aromatherapy or medicinal tea. Melissa grows at my door to keep away any negative energy passing through with the wind and helps to keep the Maine Monster Mosquitos away. The possibilities are endless no matter what you call her, Melissa will respond with a quick and pleasant response every time. Please Note: None of the opinions or claims on Carob's Farm, Chaga Chasers or That Other Stuff are to be taken as medical truths nor are they meant to diagnose or treat any disease. Instead, we provide you with this information to aid you on your own path of discovery, and on "that" path your best judgment is always the best choice.

Melissa Officinalis