I'm harvesting around town this weekend, I've never used the dark green leaves, should I be mixing a few in?? I love having a cup of Lindon and hibiscus together yum🌺🌺🌿🌺🌺🌿
You don’t have to use the leaves, but it’s sure a lot easier to harvest with them, and the dark green chlorophyll has it’s own medicinal benefits. Chlorophyll in general decreases oxidative damage caused by factors like a poor diet, chemical carcinogens, UV light exposure and radiation.
Honey that comes naturally from bees that harvest the Lime Trees as opposed to infused Honey is one of the nicest types of honey I have ever tasted. I am going to try some Lime Tree Tea as soon as I find a Lime Tree that is far enough away from my city and in the countryside to not be affected by pollution. Have you ever tried Seabuckthorn Tea? I had some when I was on holiday in Kiev two years ago and it is delicious and full of vitamins. I have not found any fresh Seabuckthorn where I live but do have a packet of dried Seabuckthorn Tea that I sometimes have but it is not as nice as the fresh produce. I am hoping to get a Seabuckthorn tree for my allotment as it usually grows in costal regions and I live pretty much right in the centre of Britain.
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I have a large linden tree in my yard and I intend to collect some as it begins to flower this spring should be flowering some time next month here as we have a very cold climate here... In reading I found a warning that too much regular of the leaf tea can actually cause heart damage, it did not specify anything or go into detail as to exactly how or why it just simply gave a warning. Do you know what this warning is about? How much is too much or too often? I also wanted to ask, if the leaf can cause a heart issue with too much use would making a tincture from it "increase" the potential for danger? Should one avoid the leaf in tincture and stick with the bark or flower? I also notice that you as most appear to be simply using this as tea, would alcohol extraction potentially bring out anything that could be harmful? Any help or advice would be appreciated.
A regular internet search suggests that in rare cases, this beverage may cause damage to the heart muscle when consumed in large amounts or for long periods of time. Stay on the safe side and stick to the recommended daily dose. According to the European Medicines Agency, adults and teenagers should not exceed four cups of linden flower tea per day. Use 1.5 grams (0.05 ounces) of herb per 150 milliliters (5 fluid ounces) of boiling water to reap the benefits. Is Linden tea safe? Overall, studies have demonstrated that it’s typically well-tolerated and safe for most adults to consume in moderate amounts. “Moderate intake” is considered to be between two to four grams of the tea blend per day, which is about three to four cups. Drinking more than this may potentially cause side effects such as changes in blood pressure and digestion, so it’s best to stick within this range. Frankly I am not very satisfied looking for the source of these cardiotoxicity claims. Nothing that I have found yet goes past the claim to actually show researched proof or even case studies showing harm. The Google Scholar research I can find seems to suggest heart-healthy benefits such as reducing hypertension and arrhythmias, reducing free radical damage. Sometimes herbal contraindications get shared extensively without any real explanations, out of an abundance of caution that frankly is never seen in the pharmaceutical realm. I can’t help but wonder if this is a remnant from some cases of contaminated or fraudulent product? I’ve posed this question on a forum for Naturopathic Physicians, and hoping to get a response from Eric Yarnell, who does extensive botanical research searches. I’ll get back to you if anyone gives me any substantial details. When I was taught this by an herbalist, it was described as a heart friendly, a good addition to heart supporting formulas. I find it questionable that it’s so difficult to determine what the exact heart damaging component is. If you have heart disease, then perhaps the abundance of caution approach is warranted. If you’re just worried in general about possible heart toxicity to a healthy heart...well...I’m just not seeing yet how this might actually be harmful in normal amounts. Remember, anything in excess can become harmful...even water.
The consensus of the Naturopathic Physician’s Botanical medicine forum is that this cardiotoxicity claim is absolutely bullshit. Here’s Eric Yarnell’s exact response: “WHAT???? THERE IS NO TOXICITY TO THIS HERB. I have never heard of any problem with this herb from any credible soruce. I haven't heard this thing about cardiotoxicity, that sounds completely absurd. I heartily and unstintingly advise this as safe in pregnancy, lactation, infants, children, the infirm, the elderly, the impaired, everyone and anyone (as long as someone isn't allergic which is super rare). It's just super.” Not only has he written numerous books on botanicals, he is also President at Heron Botanicals, and teaches classes and clinical at Bastyr university. I trust him far more than a random web search and sourceless claims. It’s safe.
@@dr.mindya.curryndpassionfo7590 Awesome, thanks for the response. I already have some heart issues stemming from my Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and I thought it wise to get a better understanding the warning, but I was unable to find any actual medical explanation of how this could affect the heart.
@@edlong8387 this looks like a children’s game of “telephone” but with poorly referenced precautions. I cannot currently see any reason that normal amounts would be less than helpful. It’s pretty food like.
Yasemin Özkafa just look around. My city has entire neighborhoods lined with these Linden Trees. They are easiest to identify when in flower, as the air will smell sweet and citrusy. Ask a tree nursery near you if you want to buy one to plant yourself. There is also a native American species, if you live in the right zones.
I've found in Utah these are planted on the street part of the city blocks... Next to the sidewalks! They are ready to go on some trees and just getting ready on others I'm surrounded in my city and have not had a problem finding them in any city here, she showed the shape of the trees and the bark, the biggest sign is the light pale green sheath leaf connected to the blossom clusters! Unmistakable! They are also highly scented and bees love them... Just be kind and work with the bees they leave me alone if I respect them. You'll never regret harvesting this delicious tea
@@dr.mindya.curryndpassionfo7590 I have one I harvest from that is the first to bloom and much fuller of a flower, could this be one the native trees? Also I've not used the leaves only the sheaths and flowers
@@jules-marcdavis6843 usually native flowers are more simple. People tend to breed plants for bigger fancier frilly flowers. The leaves are useful, edible and contain chlorophyll which provides its own actions. The green bits (chlorophyll) decrease oxidative damage caused by factors like a poor diet, chemical carcinogens, UV light exposure and radiation.
I'm harvesting around town this weekend, I've never used the dark green leaves, should I be mixing a few in?? I love having a cup of Lindon and hibiscus together yum🌺🌺🌿🌺🌺🌿
You don’t have to use the leaves, but it’s sure a lot easier to harvest with them, and the dark green chlorophyll has it’s own medicinal benefits. Chlorophyll in general decreases oxidative damage caused by factors like a poor diet, chemical carcinogens, UV light exposure and radiation.
Love it!
Thanks!!
Thank you! We have a couple big trees in our yard :)
How long can I store dried Linden before using it?
Dried leafy herbs are best used within a year. After this they lose potency and flavor.
Honey that comes naturally from bees that harvest the Lime Trees as opposed to infused Honey is one of the nicest types of honey I have ever tasted. I am going to try some Lime Tree Tea as soon as I find a Lime Tree that is far enough away from my city and in the countryside to not be affected by pollution.
Have you ever tried Seabuckthorn Tea? I had some when I was on holiday in Kiev two years ago and it is delicious and full of vitamins. I have not found any fresh Seabuckthorn where I live but do have a packet of dried Seabuckthorn Tea that I sometimes have but it is not as nice as the fresh produce. I am hoping to get a Seabuckthorn tree for my allotment as it usually grows in costal regions and I live pretty much right in the centre of Britain.
ImperialJohn I haven’t tried Seabuckthorn Tea. Haven’t been introduced yet, lol. I hope you enjoy Lime Blossom tea as much as I do!
Great video but crikey! I had to crank down the volume when the music played
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I have a large linden tree in my yard and I intend to collect some as it begins to flower this spring should be flowering some time next month here as we have a very cold climate here...
In reading I found a warning that too much regular of the leaf tea can actually cause heart damage, it did not specify anything or go into detail as to exactly how or why it just simply gave a warning. Do you know what this warning is about? How much is too much or too often?
I also wanted to ask, if the leaf can cause a heart issue with too much use would making a tincture from it "increase" the potential for danger? Should one avoid the leaf in tincture and stick with the bark or flower? I also notice that you as most appear to be simply using this as tea, would alcohol extraction potentially bring out anything that could be harmful?
Any help or advice would be appreciated.
A regular internet search suggests that in rare cases, this beverage may cause damage to the heart muscle when consumed in large amounts or for long periods of time.
Stay on the safe side and stick to the recommended daily dose. According to the European Medicines Agency, adults and teenagers should not exceed four cups of linden flower tea per day. Use 1.5 grams (0.05 ounces) of herb per 150 milliliters (5 fluid ounces) of boiling water to reap the benefits.
Is Linden tea safe? Overall, studies have demonstrated that it’s typically well-tolerated and safe for most adults to consume in moderate amounts.
“Moderate intake” is considered to be between two to four grams of the tea blend per day, which is about three to four cups. Drinking more than this may potentially cause side effects such as changes in blood pressure and digestion, so it’s best to stick within this range.
Frankly I am not very satisfied looking for the source of these cardiotoxicity claims. Nothing that I have found yet goes past the claim to actually show researched proof or even case studies showing harm. The Google Scholar research I can find seems to suggest heart-healthy benefits such as reducing hypertension and arrhythmias, reducing free radical damage.
Sometimes herbal contraindications get shared extensively without any real explanations, out of an abundance of caution that frankly is never seen in the pharmaceutical realm. I can’t help but wonder if this is a remnant from some cases of contaminated or fraudulent product?
I’ve posed this question on a forum for Naturopathic Physicians, and hoping to get a response from Eric Yarnell, who does extensive botanical research searches. I’ll get back to you if anyone gives me any substantial details.
When I was taught this by an herbalist, it was described as a heart friendly, a good addition to heart supporting formulas. I find it questionable that it’s so difficult to determine what the exact heart damaging component is.
If you have heart disease, then perhaps the abundance of caution approach is warranted. If you’re just worried in general about possible heart toxicity to a healthy heart...well...I’m just not seeing yet how this might actually be harmful in normal amounts.
Remember, anything in excess can become harmful...even water.
The consensus of the Naturopathic Physician’s Botanical medicine forum is that this cardiotoxicity claim is absolutely bullshit.
Here’s Eric Yarnell’s exact response:
“WHAT???? THERE IS NO TOXICITY TO THIS HERB. I have never heard of any problem with this herb from any credible soruce. I haven't heard this thing about cardiotoxicity, that sounds completely absurd. I heartily and unstintingly advise this as safe in pregnancy, lactation, infants, children, the infirm, the elderly, the impaired, everyone and anyone (as long as someone isn't allergic which is super rare). It's just super.”
Not only has he written numerous books on botanicals, he is also President at Heron Botanicals, and teaches classes and clinical at Bastyr university. I trust him far more than a random web search and sourceless claims.
It’s safe.
@@dr.mindya.curryndpassionfo7590 Awesome, thanks for the response. I already have some heart issues stemming from my Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and I thought it wise to get a better understanding the warning, but I was unable to find any actual medical explanation of how this could affect the heart.
@@edlong8387 this looks like a children’s game of “telephone” but with poorly referenced precautions. I cannot currently see any reason that normal amounts would be less than helpful. It’s pretty food like.
I am wondering if it is ok to drink beer and then havea
Cup of linden tea.
Sure. Might even be refreshing mixed cold.
wow great thanks for sharing hope l can find this tree in UK ;-)
Thanks for watching. I found this website www.wildfooduk.com/edible-wild-plants/lime-tree/ which has more info about Linden trees in the UK.
Thank you! so much it's kind of you to send me the link... it is very helpful ;-)
If you're in London, there's a bunch of them around Finsbury Park/Hackney Area:
hackneyharvest.com/fruit-tree-map/
Is there any way that I can find this tree in the USA
Yasemin Özkafa just look around. My city has entire neighborhoods lined with these Linden Trees. They are easiest to identify when in flower, as the air will smell sweet and citrusy. Ask a tree nursery near you if you want to buy one to plant yourself. There is also a native American species, if you live in the right zones.
I've found in Utah these are planted on the street part of the city blocks... Next to the sidewalks! They are ready to go on some trees and just getting ready on others I'm surrounded in my city and have not had a problem finding them in any city here, she showed the shape of the trees and the bark, the biggest sign is the light pale green sheath leaf connected to the blossom clusters! Unmistakable! They are also highly scented and bees love them... Just be kind and work with the bees they leave me alone if I respect them. You'll never regret harvesting this delicious tea
@@dr.mindya.curryndpassionfo7590 I have one I harvest from that is the first to bloom and much fuller of a flower, could this be one the native trees? Also I've not used the leaves only the sheaths and flowers
@@jules-marcdavis6843 usually native flowers are more simple. People tend to breed plants for bigger fancier frilly flowers.
The leaves are useful, edible and contain chlorophyll which provides its own actions.
The green bits (chlorophyll) decrease oxidative damage caused by factors like a poor diet, chemical carcinogens, UV light exposure and radiation.