Chamomile is one of the most popular and gentle herbs with a long history of use.
It's delicious orange/apple flavor makes it easy to enjoy as an herbal tea, and an appropriate adult dosage for most purposes would be two teaspoons of dried flowers per cup of hot water.
The potential benefits of chamomile tea, for which there is the most evidence, include:
Several studies have linked chamomile tea to reduced severity of menstrual cramps.
2. Treating diabetes and lowering blood sugar
Some studies have found that chamomile tea can lower blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Osteoporosis is the progressive loss of bone density. This loss increases the risk of broken bones and stooped posture. While anyone can develop osteoporosis, it is most common among post-menopausal women. This tendency may be due to the effects of estrogen.
Inflammation is an immune system reaction to fight infection. Chamomile tea contains chemical compounds that may reduce inflammation.
Some studies suggest that chamomile tea may target cancer cells, or even prevent those cells from developing in the first place.
Chamomile tea is widely thought to help people relax and fall asleep.
Inhaling steam with chamomile extract can relieve some of the symptoms of the common cold.
Applying chamomile extract directly to a wound assisted healing. Chamomile ointments may help with eczema and mild inflammatory skin conditions.
The following groups should avoid chamomile unless advised otherwise by a doctor:
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