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Heidi Villegas | Healing Harvest Homestead
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@Warriors_Garden_and_Workshop
When you grow too much comfrey, it's also great to cut and put in the garden around your plants, or soak it in water for a couple weeks and water your plants with it, the plants love all those nutrients. My tomatoes and peppers always thrive when I water them with comfrey tea
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Great tip, and thank you! I love making comfrey tea, and I should do a video on this, too!
@Warriors_Garden_and_Workshop
I'm sure that video would help some people. I also add other nutrients to my comfrey tea as well, such as bone meal and fish oil, it's made a huge difference in my soil, which used to be predominately clay.
@delladarling7059
@delladarling7059 9 месяцев назад
I enjoyed your video on comfrey. I turned 80 this week and i retired from the Y in Estes Park Colorado and my life long dream is to have a working herb garden to make my own med.,etc. My family has been real supporting. I would like to get some good comfrey Roots to plant this spring. I bought five acreas and love to garden and raise my own eggs and meats. Lol
@buccaneer354
@buccaneer354 8 месяцев назад
I'm very hard of hearing and I have my phone on max. It's my only connection to the internet. I live in an area where there is no internet. Even hughes net (very expensive) goes in and out frequently. So this is my only connection to your you tube videos. I would greatly appreciated it if you would put the recipe in the comments, because for me you talk very fast. I missed some of the ingredients because of my hearing. You have a wonderful informative chanel and I have subscribed. Thank you for all your wonderful work. Bless you and your family ❤
@Godisone88
@Godisone88 8 месяцев назад
I don't know how God directed me to your channel. Very informative channel. Shalom ubrajot from Mexico 🙏.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 8 месяцев назад
Welcome to the community here! So glad you found me!
@Godisone88
@Godisone88 8 месяцев назад
@@HeidiVillegas 🙏
@lydiarenz2014
@lydiarenz2014 7 месяцев назад
You are SO informative!!!! THANK YOU!!!! May God bless you and your family 🫶🏼🙏🏼✨
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 7 месяцев назад
You are so welcome🥰
@cindyrobinson2618
@cindyrobinson2618 Год назад
I love comfrey! I make a comfrey salve for my mom who has chronic pain from a car accident years ago and my dad who has arthritis in his back from an accident he had when he worked in construction years ago. They use it all the time and it works for their pain better than pain meds! I broke my leg (fibula) 3 weeks ago yesterday. I started using my comfrey salve about 5 days after breaking my leg, it’s in a boot not a cast, so I was able to take the boot off to apply the salve. I am 53, so I thought it would take all of the 6 weeks to start moving around kind of normal. Well, Almost all pain, swelling and bruising is gone and I am walking like normal. I almost feel like I could take the boot off and walk without it…I won’t, but I feel like I could! I am also drinking a tea that has horsetail and other herbs…I haven’t tried comfrey internally yet. But I do believe Comfrey is a miracle plant and I will always have it on hand!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
WOW! What a great testimonial for comfrey! I'm so glad you shared your story, and I'm also very sorry about your broken leg and hope it heals super quickly! It sounds like with the comfrey, it will--- On internal use....yes, please do be very cautious, but I did suggest to my stepmom when she broke her collar bone to drink one or two cups of comfrey tea a day for two weeks to speed the tissue cell regeneration. I'm not sure if she did this or not, but she healed quickly too! **In case the Powers that Be are not a fan of this conversation, I just want to mention that allantoin is the chemical in comfrey that is so powerful for tissue regeneration.
@cindyrobinson2618
@cindyrobinson2618 Год назад
@@HeidiVillegas thank you so much! I might give it a try! Comfrey is probably no worse for my liver than the ibuprofen i took for the first week after breaking my leg.
@joyceohman4789
@joyceohman4789 Год назад
Homeopathic comfrey is known as Symphytum and used to speed bone healing. Comfrey is also known as “Knitbone” for obvious reasons.
@kathleenmueller8110
@kathleenmueller8110 Год назад
Another Win Heidi, honestly these classes are invaluable. So useful and full of ideas for health and wellness. Thank you again for pointing out another herbal gift from God.❤
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Thanks, Kathy!🥰
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Also---I'll have the Comfrey masterclass video out in the school soon, too! I'm going DEEP into the chemistry and other ways to work with comfrey.
@helenamiles8180
@helenamiles8180 Год назад
Heidi, this was soo nice to watch. Your video was well made, no faff, just straight to the essential facts. Well done, and thank you
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Thank you so much, Helena! I try my best not to babble....LOL But sometimes...? I'm doing better. My husband edits the videos, and when I get long-winded, he sure lets me know!🤣
@cherylrybarczyk2705
@cherylrybarczyk2705 Год назад
Love the comfrey salve information, I’m just now drying some leaves so for me this was perfect timing! Thank you Heidi ❤
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Oh, I'm so glad it was timely! Yep! It's definitely time to go get the last of the leaves before fall frosts!
@ruthmunoz6735
@ruthmunoz6735 Год назад
Thanks Heidi for sharing this with us. Love your videos. ❤
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
You are so welcome! And thank you---
@Maddy_might
@Maddy_might Год назад
I love your delight in your products ❤
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Thank you! I do love making things with medicinal plants! I'll never tire of it!
@lauravanhorn6347
@lauravanhorn6347 Год назад
I absolutely love the lighting that you have in your studio! 💞 Looks so inviting 🤗
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Thank you so much, Laura!
@AllThingsVeee
@AllThingsVeee 4 месяца назад
Thank you for this step by step! Now I can make my own! I’m growing comfy and super excited about it
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
That's GREAT! I'd love to see your salve when it's ready!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Hey, there! So glad you're here! Be sure to click the link so I can send along your FREE Fall Diffuser Blends (essential oils): healingharvesthomestead.lpages.co/opt-in-fall-diffuser-blends-to-eo-reference-guide/ OR if you're not watching this in the Fall, you will love my 24 page guide, "How to Relax Using Herbs & Oils" : healingharvesthomestead.lpages.co/how-to-relax-using-herbs-opt-in/ ALSO---there is a GREAT question by @tparris9299 below (and thank you for addressing the "comfrey elephant in the room"), and you may want to read it and the answer.
@terry32
@terry32 6 месяцев назад
This is the most comprehensive video on youtube re 'making comfrey salve' .
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 6 месяцев назад
Wow, thank you! I appreciate your comment, and please share if it comes up with others!
@Kimpye9040
@Kimpye9040 8 месяцев назад
Thank you ❤
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 8 месяцев назад
You're welcome 😊
@Doris-jo9zr
@Doris-jo9zr 8 месяцев назад
This article was very informative , thanks, can l get the recipe please as l was unable to keep apace and what would be the procedure? Thanks for your response. Doris
@socmagmom
@socmagmom Год назад
Thank you for this just- in-time video. I have comfrey infusing and almost ready.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Glad it was helpful! If you go to the community tab, I wonder if you can share a picture? Or if you send it to me, I'd love to post when you finish! That's awesome!🥰
@socmagmom
@socmagmom Год назад
@HeidiVillegas I'm not really tech savvy, lol, but I'll try.
@tammyflores7510
@tammyflores7510 Год назад
I cracked my ribs recently I have been using comfrey salve it is very helpful with the pain and healing.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I'm sorry about your ribs, but grateful the comfrey salve is helping!
@jojow8416
@jojow8416 Год назад
What a GREAT teaching video. I made a salve that really helped my dad's arthritis and also used in on my knee that was seriously injured and very painful. It made the difference between walking with a stiff and painful knee and not walking at all. QUESTION: does the initial high grain alcohol infusion reduce the salves longevity? Hmm, or maybe it lengthens it.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I suspect it lengthens/increases the shelf life. :-)
@patriciamcburney8167
@patriciamcburney8167 Год назад
Always great information, thank you Heidi!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
You are so welcome!🥰
@bernisgarden
@bernisgarden Год назад
Great video Heidi. Love comfrey. Love all your classes.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Thank you so much, Bernie!!! I'm so glad you're such a wonderful mentor in our student village!🥰
@ceciliafuentes3299
@ceciliafuentes3299 Год назад
I have 6 comfrey plants and love it. Thanks to you, I have a one.more.idea of what to do with my comfrey. 😊
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
That's great! Thank you, Cecilia!
@earthangel4448
@earthangel4448 Год назад
Another wonderful video. Thanks so much Heidi ❤😊
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I appreciate your sweet words!
@karenjohns8859
@karenjohns8859 Год назад
I loved this video! Thank you!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
You are so welcome!🥰 Thank you for the comment!
@joanneroberts7540
@joanneroberts7540 Год назад
Just enjoying getting to know you, your personality, and all this amazing information! Thank you!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Welcome to the community! And thank you so much!🥰
@anthonyspiteri4631
@anthonyspiteri4631 4 месяца назад
Thanks for the info. You are so sweet God bless you always.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much, Anthony!
@rawjoice3897
@rawjoice3897 5 месяцев назад
This is worderful. I did subscribe. So can you cover the comfrey infused alcohol in a glass jar with a lid, and then after you strain it, can you use that leftover used comfrey debris in the garden, etc. Thank you anyone.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 5 месяцев назад
Yes, you can. I compost all the spent herbs. :-)
@GQUATTRADITIONZS
@GQUATTRADITIONZS 4 месяца назад
Great Tutorial 💜💜💜
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
Thank you so much!
@gurlgenius11
@gurlgenius11 2 месяца назад
This is awesome! Thank you!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 2 месяца назад
You're so very welcome!
@lifeanyways2825
@lifeanyways2825 Год назад
Love my comfrey
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Me too!
@longarmsupplies
@longarmsupplies 3 месяца назад
I have lots of comfrey too. What would consider to be the best time of year to harvest. Before blooming, I assume from looking at your dried plants. I regularly cut mine down in late July(I'm in Western Canada) and use it as a mulch to feed my plants, then it bounces back before freeze up really well. I made some salve a couple weeks ago but didn't know about the alcohol soak so I'd like to make another batch that's stronger. My first batch was shared in with my daughter and she's using on bandaid reaction on her daughter's knees so I'm not upset that my first batch was weaker. It's really helping the healing process from the nasty inflammation on her knees. My plants are just about to finish flowering and we are in a heat wave so I'm not really sure I'd get the best salve from the plants right now.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 3 месяца назад
It sounds like you're doing things perfectly!
@carlacookie808
@carlacookie808 27 дней назад
Hello Heidi I’m just learning thank you for these beautiful videos. You say you use equal amounts, I’m just trying to understand thank you. 240 drops total Peppermint 40 Lavender 30 Eucalyptus 30 Ginger 30 German Chamomile 30 That’s 160 Copaiba Black pepper Rosemary ctype camphor That’s 80 drops left which on gets 20 drops. I want to make it right sorry.
@maureenelsey3581
@maureenelsey3581 9 месяцев назад
Do you have a resource for identifying various plants that are part of your courses
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 9 месяцев назад
Not in this course---that would be plant identification and botany. But that will be included as I keep creating courses for the school!
@jamiehartman5649
@jamiehartman5649 2 месяца назад
Love the video. I'm just getting into Herbal medicine. Can I use Tallow instead of shea butter
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Месяц назад
Yes, that's a fine substitute.
@staciealva
@staciealva 3 месяца назад
Id love to see the consistency of your salve. Im having issues with adding too much wax 🤦🏽‍♀️
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 3 месяца назад
Well, I should show you! But in the meantime, it's kind of similar to vaseline, especially if it's warm.
@BarbaraHanson-c6s
@BarbaraHanson-c6s 2 месяца назад
Hi Heidi that was brilliant. How can i get your recipies. This came handy because i cant even move my right arm suddenly
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 2 месяца назад
I'm SO happy for you! Yes, this is such a wonderful formula. Visit my website for more: www.healingharvesthomestead.com and be sure to get on my newsletter list because I teach things there that aren't found anywhere else!
@jessicabatson8135
@jessicabatson8135 9 месяцев назад
Thank you for the video! I love watching and learning. Question for you - If I am not going to make the salve for a couple of weeks, how long do you recommend I let the comfrey infuse in the olive oil? And would I still need to use heat?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 9 месяцев назад
You wouldn't need to use heat at all, and I'd let it infuse for about 4 weeks. :-)
@Romans828girl
@Romans828girl 11 месяцев назад
Thank you so much, Heidi. I am new to herbalism. I had never heard anyone suggest soaking the herb in alcohol to increase the extraction that would happen in the oil. Next time you do a salve video, will you please show us how firm / soft your finished salve is? I haven't made my first salve yet, and I've wondered how much beeswax to use. Also, I was wondering...if I used coconut oil to infuse my comfrey into, would I even need beeswax? My thinking is that coconut oil is solid at room temperature. Is there a reason that this wouldn't work?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 11 месяцев назад
Hi! Yes, I can talk about the art of salve making, for sure! I typically use 1 cup of infused oil to 1/4 cup of beeswax. That is Rosemary Gladstar's original ratio, and I just always used it for most things because it's a really nice consistency---not loose, but not too hard, either. I wouldn't use coconut oil for a couple of reasons: 1) Some people are actually allergic to it on their skin (like me); 2) Although it is firm at some room temperatures, with heat above about 76 degrees, it melts. I would probably still add some organic beeswax to it (my opinion)
@Romans828girl
@Romans828girl 11 месяцев назад
@@HeidiVillegas Thank you for your reply. None of my family members are allergic to coconut oil, but I didn't realize it had such a low melting point. I just bought a couple of Rosemary Gladstar's books, but I haven't gotten to the "making salve" section yet!
@BethCatt-jq6xi
@BethCatt-jq6xi 9 месяцев назад
I would wear an old t-shirt over my clothes like we used to do in art class when we were in grade school
@lorihoskins7773
@lorihoskins7773 Год назад
I love watching your videos. I am a visual learner so they help. This is my first time trying to make a salve. When you put in the crockpot did you put the lid on it? And would a bowl covered work as well, I don’t have a glass half gallon jar. Thank you!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
No---do not put a lid on your crock pot because the evaporated steam may condense into the jar----not a good thing!
@witchhazel8583
@witchhazel8583 9 месяцев назад
Hello Heidi or someone else... I know there are differences in the wild medicinal plants and the ones you grow in your garden,what are your opinion about that? Seldom any talks about that?😊 The wild ones chose their place to live and their medicinal potency are greater. Am I right or wrong? 🧙☘️
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 9 месяцев назад
I believe the wild herbs are stronger, yes.
@12prettythings10
@12prettythings10 11 месяцев назад
Hello, Heidi! I had made a small amount of goldenrod infused oil. Can I use that infused oil in addition to more fresh olive oil to infuse the Comfrey? Would that add to the healing quality? Thanks again, you are such a good teacher
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 11 месяцев назад
Hi, and thank you so much! What I suggest is to infuse the comfrey separately in the olive oil. Then when it's done, combine the two infused oils in the ratio you'd like. Good luck with this!
@anthm429
@anthm429 9 месяцев назад
Thank you for this video, Heidi. Concerning salves, I was wondering what you would suggest for inflamed skin (psoriasis, for example). Particularly for men. I was thinking frankincense, myrrh and/or sandalwood herbal infused oils. Are essential oils safe as an addendum to the infused oils for these conditions? I know we shouldn't be picky about scent for therapeutic purposes, but I don't think that men like to be smelling of roses :)
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 9 месяцев назад
Those are all wonderful essential oils. Here's an article with a recipe that may help, too, for an anti-itch balm: healingharvesthomestead.com/home/2018/5/16/how-to-make-an-herbal-anti-itch-salve-or-balm-great-for-bug-bites-dry-itchy-skin-allergic-reactions-more
@sandrajacobs1132
@sandrajacobs1132 8 месяцев назад
Hello Heidi - Im doing the DTD course and see that the Video for the Comfrey is not available yet. I have the E-Book, just want to know if you will have a follow up video - Would love to see it for sure!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 8 месяцев назад
YES! The masterclass inside the Tribe is where we'll be going deep into comfrey phytochemistry in a live chat, and I think it's this coming week on Thursday. I'll be digging into the chemistry around the PA's and specifically, the PA in comfrey because there are many different kinds.
@Damselfly54315
@Damselfly54315 Год назад
I'll try it, wish you would have showed the color on ur skin...Thanks for the recipe
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
It's a beautiful green, but it doesn't stain unless you use a LOT...and that's not necessary.
@Damselfly54315
@Damselfly54315 Год назад
@@HeidiVillegas Thank you, good to know, using substitutes for 2 ingredients that are supposed to have 'like' properties🤞
@mary-ue4ir
@mary-ue4ir Месяц назад
I use only olive oil, local unprocessed beeswax and finely powdered, dehydrated, fresh comfrey leaf and everyone I've gifted it to report amazing pain relief. Don't be discouraged if your budget doesn't allow for the essential oils, the comfrey is the only healing, pain relieving ingredient needed.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Месяц назад
This is 100% correct. The essential oils DO add additional anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and warming/cooling properties to the salve, though, which boosts its effectiveness significantly. :-)
@terry32
@terry32 6 месяцев назад
I would love to get your book on comfrey and understand that I would need to take one of your courses first . But I have no time nor inclination to to become a "master herbalist". So , I would like to know the shortest course I would need to take in order to get this book . Thanks for your help .
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 6 месяцев назад
Hi, Terry! I do not make the promise of becoming a "master herbalist" in any of my courses because to be honest....There's NO such thing. Any herbalist worth his or her salt knows this because we're never done learning. Also---herbalism is "illegal" in our country as a legitimate health practice. I suggest buying some books if you're not willing to invest in your overall herbal education. There are some really great ones out there, and you can find out my favorite ones here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TPj2gfvEhSc.html
@karengallman1583
@karengallman1583 2 месяца назад
What application would you recommend for my sister who had knee replacement surgery one week ago? She’s having a challenging recovery
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 2 месяца назад
Hi, Karen! This is a great question for our Confident Herbalist Tribe community! You can find out more here: healingharvesthomestead.lpages.co/kaj-confident-herbalist-tribe-sp/
@summerbreeze1955
@summerbreeze1955 Год назад
Thanks for sharing Amazing, is this useful for pysiatica? Asking for a friend who had an accident.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I actually prefer St. Johns wort with comfrey, as the SJW has an excellent affinity with the nervous system.
@littylazaneo
@littylazaneo 3 месяца назад
Hi. When making the infused oil, what do you do with the infused alcohol? Understood that once infused in alcohol you take it out and into the oil. Am I right ? Thank you for the recipie
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 3 месяца назад
During the long gentle heat process, much of it will evaporate off. I don't use enough alcohol for it to be problematic, generally.
@roannabeckwith232
@roannabeckwith232 Месяц назад
Can I use dried herbs instead of essential oils
@carlacookie808
@carlacookie808 27 дней назад
Hello how many drops of copaiba, black pepper, & rosemary ctype of camphor?
@cynthiasmith6465
@cynthiasmith6465 2 месяца назад
I just got a bag of comfrey root dried. What can I do with it? What is it used for? I make bath and body products.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 2 месяца назад
Hi, Cynthia! You can use it just like the leaf! If you're going to infuse it in oil, though, be sure to powder it down.
@gracefulglowandco
@gracefulglowandco 8 месяцев назад
Where do you get your essential oils? And can I get a list of the ones used. There was one I didn't quite catch or make out the name
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 8 месяцев назад
Here are two off the top of my head: Aromatics International (extremely trustworthy): afflink: bit.ly/AromaInt and Rocky Mountain Oils: bit.ly/2s3NOGf And I have a coupon code for Rocky Mountain Oils I shared last week in my newsletter. I think it's HHH10 off the top of my head.
@nicholeclarke2772
@nicholeclarke2772 7 месяцев назад
Hi Heidi can I use comfrey powder? I bought some thinking it would be easier to make the salve? Thanks so much 😊😊
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 7 месяцев назад
Yes you can---Just use only about 1/4 of the jar full, and also be sure to shake it daily because the powders will compact pretty badly.
@nicholeclarke2772
@nicholeclarke2772 7 месяцев назад
@@HeidiVillegas thank you Heidi..ok so just to clarify I should use half of the powder than what you used leaf?
@SWGreenDesert
@SWGreenDesert Год назад
How do you get rid of the alcohol smell that you put on the comfrey at the start? I have tried the alcohol method to increase the extraction. But I can always smell the alcohol after the oil is added
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
That's the downside of using alcohol in oil infusions and to be honest, the main reason why I rarely do..... You really can't get rid of it, unfortunately, especially if you have a good sniffer,...
@Rashawna29
@Rashawna29 6 месяцев назад
Hello! Can u tell us where u purchase your essential oils from?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 6 месяцев назад
Sure! And I only buy quality... Just scroll down and you'll see the EO's: healingharvesthomestead.com/valuable-resources
@karindinarda8755
@karindinarda8755 Год назад
I don't have any comfrey plants! Planning on planting them next year. I couldn't find any seeds for them. Hopefully I can order them earlier this year so I can get them
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
The best way to start your comfrey in the garden is from root starts. This is very easy to do, and the plants do well this way. Seed starting comfrey is a little tricky. I got mine from a friend who divided one of her plants for me and also ordered more from Richo Cech's company, Strictly Medicinals.
@karindinarda8755
@karindinarda8755 Год назад
@@HeidiVillegas I will check them out! Thank you
@JamesWayne-kn1yg
@JamesWayne-kn1yg Год назад
Billy at Perma-Pasture farms sells comfrey , Google him or go to his you tube channel for info .
@Doris-jo9zr
@Doris-jo9zr 8 месяцев назад
Is it possible for me to for me to get a copy of your comfrey infused book With all the information you gave as l was unable to get all . How would l be able to get a Copy of the Book on comfrey? This article was very informative. Thank you. Doris
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 8 месяцев назад
Hi, Doris! Unfortunately, the only way to get the herbal masterclass books is to join our Confident Herbalist Tribe and dig into learning about the plants in our herbal village.
@foxlite86
@foxlite86 Месяц назад
is comfrey salve ok to use on my kids? I assume majority of herbs ok to use topically and on kids but curious....I dont plan to use essential oils with it!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Месяц назад
Yes, it's fine topically for kids, especially the older and heavier they are. I wouldn't use it long term. Essential oils are also fine, depending on the dilution and the child. :-) Just be sure they're high quality, and I've vetted a list of companies you can trust here (and I'm not an affiliate for most of them). Scroll about halfway down the page for the list: healingharvesthomestead.com/valuable-resources
@lindastephen-seaver6345
@lindastephen-seaver6345 3 месяца назад
Is it safe to use aluminum. I am concerned about aluminum leeching into my salves. Any thoughts on this?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 3 месяца назад
I've given this quite a lot of thought myself. Unless there's heat, it shouldn't be an issue. You can use glass jelly jars too!
@sandrajacobs5107
@sandrajacobs5107 6 месяцев назад
Hello Heidi. My comfrey (broad leaf) tuns brownish when I dry it. Does this have an affect on potency? Also I see you just take the leaf and stip it, wow mine stings like nettle, is that normal?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 6 месяцев назад
Wow--no, that's strange. Are you sure you're working with comfrey? It's common to misidentify plants, even if they're purchased in a nursery.
@BaruchHaShem777
@BaruchHaShem777 5 месяцев назад
I have been letting some comfrey sit in olive oil for about a year. Do you think it's still ok to make salve out of it? I did it before finding your video.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 5 месяцев назад
Absolutely. Just smell the oil to make sure it's not rancid, but it should be fine if you used good olive oil.
@learninladyhomesteader9374
@learninladyhomesteader9374 Месяц назад
I have a question since castor oil has a lot of healing properties as well does anyone ever mix castor oil with the olive oil for salves? Or would that mess up the salve or not harden up right?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Месяц назад
You can mix it--- although I've not tried it. Castor oil is thicker, so keep this in mind!
@cobysmith3179
@cobysmith3179 2 месяца назад
I am allergic to both olive oil and beeswax. Do you think I could make this with a coconut oil/shea butter combo instead?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 2 месяца назад
You can certainly give it a try, but the shea butter is soft, and you won't get a firm product. Have you considered subbing the beeswax with carnauba wax? It's a plant based wax, and you don't need quite as much of it as the beeswax. Any oil will be fine to sub for the olive oil.
@rozminesmail3062
@rozminesmail3062 4 месяца назад
Hi Heidi is it possible not to use alcohol and still make the salve?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
Absolutely! The comfrey will still release constituents into the herbal oil...it just won't have quite as much strength, but if the comfrey is freshly dried or of high quality from a good herb supplier, it will still be effective
@mb7a4fmlg
@mb7a4fmlg Год назад
What kind of Alchohol did you use? Thank you so much for sharing this. I'm going to make it.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I used 190 proof, but 150 would have been fine, too.
@brilhodeouro
@brilhodeouro 9 месяцев назад
Denatured or non denatured alcohol?
@suzannerwt
@suzannerwt 7 месяцев назад
I’d like to know as well.
@carlherrnstein9544
@carlherrnstein9544 6 месяцев назад
Everclear grain alcohol from the liquor store works.
@12prettythings10
@12prettythings10 Год назад
Is comfrey good for excema? Or is there a better salve(calendula, st. johns)? Thank you
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Comfrey may be helpful, especially in conjunction with calendula and plantain. Here's a recipe, too: healingharvesthomestead.com/home/2018/5/16/how-to-make-an-herbal-anti-itch-salve-or-balm-great-for-bug-bites-dry-itchy-skin-allergic-reactions-more ***You can find hundreds of articles/recipes and videos in the SEARCH index on my website: healingharvesthomestead.com/
@12prettythings10
@12prettythings10 11 месяцев назад
​​@@HeidiVillegasthank you ❤
@brilhodeouro
@brilhodeouro 9 месяцев назад
I want to make the comfrey salve and I purchased high proof alcohol, I think that I purchased the wrong kind I got the 200 proof denatured alcohol, can I use this ok? I know that it’s not fit to drink, but the description says it can be used for cosmetic.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 9 месяцев назад
Well, for the salve, you're just going to use a lipid oil, like olive oil, as your solvent. For the soaking (alcohol intermediary) part, any edible alcohol is fine, but NO to the denatured. This is ok for perfumes and what not. If the label says it's ok for cosmetic use, then it's probably ok to use, but do some more research on this, ok? I'm not honestly sure....
@suzannerwt
@suzannerwt 6 месяцев назад
Hi Heidi I have Bocking 14 Comfrey in my garden Can I use it to make salve?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 6 месяцев назад
Yes you can!🥰
@suzannerwt
@suzannerwt 6 месяцев назад
Thanks I have that growing so perfect! Do you know if it’s best to use the leaves before it flowers I’m going to do some more research on this
@daniellekastern1937
@daniellekastern1937 11 месяцев назад
Can you describe again how you did the beginning with the alcohol please. You put comfry with alcohol in a crockpot for a couple days then mixed in OO and cooked that for a couple days?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 11 месяцев назад
No, I added a bit of alcohol to the dried, crumbled leaves. Then I let that sit, covered, for a day. Then I put the slightly rehydrated leaves into the jar with the oil. :-)
@Mc-balx
@Mc-balx 10 месяцев назад
After a day in the alcohol, do you Syrian off the alcohol and just use the leaves in the oil?
@karenjohns8859
@karenjohns8859 Год назад
Hi Heidi do you have a place where you get your tins?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I get them from Specialty Bottle
@vnickcolvin4971
@vnickcolvin4971 6 месяцев назад
I did not understand, do you drain off the alcohol before you add leaves to the oil?😊 and your shop is no longer available online.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 6 месяцев назад
I didn't strain it off as I didn't use that much--a tablespoon or so. If there's a lot of liquid...you might drain, but then you're losing important constituents.
@SailingMystika
@SailingMystika 6 месяцев назад
hello there is it possible to use cocconut oil instead of beeswax ?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 5 месяцев назад
No, a lipid oil won't act the same in the salve as the beeswax. It may firm it a little in colder temps, as coconut oil is solid under a certain temperature, but beeswax, being a wax, is much better for the firmness.
@cynthiamachuga6146
@cynthiamachuga6146 Месяц назад
So wait, to be clear, you are making an alcohol extract and infusing that into oil using a double boiler? That's cool.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Месяц назад
No, it's not really an alcohol extract in the true sense. It's simply using alcohol as an intermediary solvent (small amount) to jump start and increase the plant's ability to release constituents into the oil.🥰
@Beachgirlhwy12
@Beachgirlhwy12 11 месяцев назад
Where do you get your oils from
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 11 месяцев назад
Hi, Sherry! I get my essential oils from: (afflinks) Rocky Mountain: bit.ly/2s3NOGf Aromatics International: bit.ly/AromaInt Amrita Aromatherapy: bit.ly/AMRITAEOs Plant Therapy: bit.ly/34cqzYU Florihana, Pompeii Street Organics, and By Faith Aromatherapy. I'm very careful about where I purchase my essential oils.
@melindafox13
@melindafox13 Год назад
Heidi, if I was to use the sun method, would I omit the alcohol ? Thank you!!
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
You could omit the alcohol either way, and it would still be lovely. The alcohol just helps give it a little head start if you're doing the fast method. :-)
@Swartzs86
@Swartzs86 5 месяцев назад
Questions Heidi, using the alcohol in comfrey method. After 3 days in the crockpot, is all of the alcohol evaporated from the oil? What heat level should I have my crockpot running on during the oil extraction process of 8 hours to 3 days? I absolutely love your videos. Very thorough and informative. Keep up the excellent work.
@juliechretienenergeticienn2955
@juliechretienenergeticienn2955 3 месяца назад
@@Swartzs86did you get an answer? I would like to know as well
@teaisme675
@teaisme675 2 месяца назад
I just had a c section can I use this on it
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 2 месяца назад
If the skin has started growing over the incision, and your doctor gives approval, yes, you sure can.
@teaisme675
@teaisme675 2 месяца назад
@@HeidiVillegas thank you!!
@annahostetler3442
@annahostetler3442 4 месяца назад
Designing a home for agringado in
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
Good luck with this!
@dkadwoa4114
@dkadwoa4114 Год назад
How can i get some of your comfrey salve/ oil?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Let me see if one of my students might put it in their shop!
@chaselewis100
@chaselewis100 Год назад
Hi, do you have any herb recommendations for increasing testosterone and libido/ have you made a video on this?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Hi--- Well, herbs can support healthy hormones, but they are not full of testosterone, per se. I do have a great tea for men's health on my website you can take a look at: healingharvesthomestead.com/home/2016/11/19/herbal-tea-for-men-how-to-make-manly-man-herbal-tea-ed-reproductive-support Do some research on saw palmetto. It's gentle and very supportive.
@honeybeebusywhatsallthebuz1922
I wonder if this would be good either way a warm cloth for tooth 🦷 extraction and place in side of face 🤔
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
You know? It wouldn't hurt, and it would absolutely be helpful for the skin on the face, too!
@Romans828girl
@Romans828girl 11 месяцев назад
If you still have the need, you might want to research Spilanthes. It's a flower they call the Toothache Plant. I don't know, you may be able to find it in a health food store or an herbal practitioner's store. Someone gave me a cutting, and I am trying to get it to root; I haven't tried it yet, but they say that when you chew a blossom, or hold it in your mouth, it works like Ora-Jel. If mine makes it, I plan to tincture the flowers next year.
@buccaneer354
@buccaneer354 8 месяцев назад
just received the bakers creek seed catalog. In the back of the catalog there is a plant, they call the toothache plant. The flowers are a small yellow flower that has a numbing affect when you chew it. I'm going to order these seeds for my herbal garden.
@liddiasecrist5313
@liddiasecrist5313 Год назад
thank you
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
💖
@lorettareilley4273
@lorettareilley4273 4 месяца назад
can you use oregno oil
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
If you're within safe dilution percentages, yes.
@CatherineSummerfield
@CatherineSummerfield Год назад
How much do you charge for the 2 0z tin of Comfrey /EO salve ? I just found you ( Yaaaaaay ) Love and Peace, Catherine
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I don't actually sell it....although if I can find someone to come help me in the shop, I may be able to do this one day! I mainly teach online herbalism courses and help people become more self-sufficient with their health. :-)
@CatherineSummerfield
@CatherineSummerfield Год назад
If I lived closer I would come and help in the store !! @@HeidiVillegas
@valerieworsfold437
@valerieworsfold437 4 месяца назад
I don't have 3/4 cup of comfrey can I use 1/2 cup of cayenne and 1/2 cup of comfrey instead
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
Yes, you sure can. The properties of the salve will be different, but for pain relief, it would still be great!
@Bfly.
@Bfly. 4 месяца назад
I infused dried comfrey in oil but it isnt that green as yours.. is it normal that its not green?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
If it's older comfrey, it may have lost its vitality. The alcohol really does help pull out constituents, too, in the case of comfrey.
@Bfly.
@Bfly. 4 месяца назад
@@HeidiVillegas ok thank you! Is it ok to use comfrey salve for night skincare without alcohol if you are pregnant?
@beverlymichael5830
@beverlymichael5830 5 месяцев назад
Are you selling any of the salve
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 5 месяцев назад
No, not at this time. I just don't have the bandwidth to sell products. I need help! :-)
@TheBhannah
@TheBhannah 5 месяцев назад
I have lots of mint and comfrey so I will mix the both in the alcohol .
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 5 месяцев назад
Be careful with comfrey tincture---This formulation is for a salve, which is very different. The tincture will have high levels of PA's, and some herbalists/scientists believe these are dangerous for our livers. Others disagree, but you need to know about the plants! The mint in alcohol will be delicious!
@chuahping9299
@chuahping9299 7 месяцев назад
What is salve used for?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 7 месяцев назад
Oh, my goodness! I use mine for: pain, sprains or broken bones, inflammation, varicose veins (do NOT massage varicose veins that are distended---smooth, light upward motions only), and any kind of tissue healing, including scars. :-)
@crystalclear1969
@crystalclear1969 6 месяцев назад
Where do you buy 180 proof alcohol?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 6 месяцев назад
I usually buy 190 proof, which is closest to 100% you can purchase. And most liquor stores will have it---but it will depend on your state laws.
@honeybeebusywhatsallthebuz1922
Can i use powder comfrey?
@honeybeebusywhatsallthebuz1922
OR CAN I MAKE COMFRY OIL?
@honeybeebusywhatsallthebuz1922
AND JUST ADD ESSENTIAL OILS
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I don't like putting powdered herbs directly in salves because they settle during the cooling process, and they also create kind of a rough texture experience. You CAN use comfrey powder to make infused oil, but be sure you're using VERY fresh powder.
@g.e.m.1247
@g.e.m.1247 4 месяца назад
Where do I find the recipe?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 4 месяца назад
I shared it in the video. :-) Comfrey, a bit of high proof alcohol, oil, warmth, time...
@Beachgirlhwy12
@Beachgirlhwy12 11 месяцев назад
How much alcohol do you use in the comfry
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 11 месяцев назад
Not much...just enough to wet the dried leaves a bit, with none left on the bottom of the bowl.
@amytaylor5035
@amytaylor5035 5 месяцев назад
I was a bit confused when you added the crumbled comfrey to 1/8 c of alcohol and allowed it to sit. You then poured 1/4 of a gallon of the mixture into a half gallon jar and topped off with olive oil. What was the additional liquid? I watched that part several times and was quite confused 🥴How did 1/8 c alcohol and comfrey become 1/4 gallon? I’m obviously missing something 😂
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 5 месяцев назад
Hmmm...I'll have to watch it again. That doesn't sound like what I did?
@georgeinastoria
@georgeinastoria 3 месяца назад
I am confused too
@juliechretienenergeticienn2955
@juliechretienenergeticienn2955 3 месяца назад
😂 i am confused as well… please clarify! 😊
@tracymcbee2414
@tracymcbee2414 24 дня назад
i watched it with captions over and over and I had the same reaction. Clearly says 2 cups crumbled comfrey with 1/8 (or so) of 150 Proof Alcohol. Then it went to that small amount in a half gallon jar with oil. There is something off with that in my opinion but what do I know. I'm learning and need help. I want to succeed at this and simply don't have excess funds to put towards the schools. If anyone figures it out, please let me know!
@lisaingersoll650
@lisaingersoll650 14 дней назад
She said let the comfrey absorb the alcohol for 8+ hours, then put the moistened herbs into the half gallon jar and add the oil to it then continue with the process.
@Busybee1117
@Busybee1117 Год назад
I do not understand how you can put comfrey with alcohol in an olive oil?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
You're using a very small portion of alcohol at the beginning to break down the cell membranes of the comfrey. When you add it to the infused oil portioN, which is a much higher oil ratio, the small amount of alcohol serves (to an extent) to slow down the natural oxidation of the oil while giving you a powerfu infused oil, since the plant could actually break down better. It's called the Alcohol Intermediary Method.
@researchbear4074
@researchbear4074 Год назад
How much alcohol? And how long do you let it soak?
@rode-o5206
@rode-o5206 3 месяца назад
Wwould greatly appreciated it if you would put the recipe in the comments, because for me you talk very fast. I missed some of the ingredients. Just would be easier when you go so fast.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 3 месяца назад
I'm so sorry! I provide text in all my courses in my school, and there are hundreds of articles and recipes on my website www.healingharvesthomestead.com (FREE). And my free newsletter is another great place for information. I'm a one-woman show when it comes to RU-vid, so time is really an issue. I apologize. Thank you for being here, too!
@kathleenfontaine-gs3kv
@kathleenfontaine-gs3kv Год назад
Do you mean alcohol like vodka?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Yes--plain old (high proof) vodka!
@sheilariffey947
@sheilariffey947 Год назад
I missed the number of drops for the copaiba, rosemary and black pepper.
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
I think I remember keeping this one super simple, with the same number of drops for all the oils....but if I'm remembering wrong, maybe someone can correct me? :-)
@JamesWayne-kn1yg
@JamesWayne-kn1yg Год назад
@@HeidiVillegas that was a lengthy reply , not to answer a guesting , which leads me to wonder if your channel is worth subscribing to .
@Romans828girl
@Romans828girl 11 месяцев назад
@@JamesWayne-kn1yg Oh, for heaven's sake. She said during the video that she had 240 drops of essential oils in the bowl. Then she said she had used 30 drops of one of the oils. Then she counted and said she had used 8 oils. If she now answers the question with the fact that she used the same number of drops for each oil, then yes. She answered the question. Be nice.
@carolynfielder8090
@carolynfielder8090 Год назад
How many drops of cop ai a, black pepper, and rosemary? You were talking about the benefits and forgot to say how many drops?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Hey, Carolyn! I made that recipe with equal numbers of drops, so it's very simple! :-)
@carolynfielder8090
@carolynfielder8090 Год назад
@@HeidiVillegas thank you Heidi. (Except the lavender had forty drops? Thank you for the clarification.)
@honeybeebusywhatsallthebuz1922
I’m confused the comfry sits in the alcohol for just a day?
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Yep! That's it, and only a tiny bit of alcohol is needed. The alcohol goes to work breaking down the plant's cell walls, helping you get a stronger oil infusion, which you want with this herb.
@honeybeebusywhatsallthebuz1922
Thank you ❤ I’m making it tomorrow I have all the supplies!
@honeybeebusywhatsallthebuz1922
Thanks for your response ❤
@222mmax
@222mmax Год назад
I heard you say delusion rate lol BUT you actually meant dilution rate. God bless you .Maranatha
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas Год назад
Well, I'm glad you knew what I meant!🥰 God bless you too. Thank you for the comment, and I hope it causes some additional views trying to hear me say that!😂❤️
@trinaedwards8182
@trinaedwards8182 6 месяцев назад
Bicarbonate and vinegar don’t work together
@HeidiVillegas
@HeidiVillegas 6 месяцев назад
What does that have to do with this video? But great tip! Thanks for the comment!
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