Chamomile
(Matricaria Recutita)
What is it?
A popular herbal tea, chamomile has many beneficial effects. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-allergy, aids digestion, relieves muscle spasm, is a relaxant and has wound-healing effects.
What it does in the body
Chamomile is used to treat many conditions including asthma, hay fever, sinusitis, gastrointestinal disturbances, menstrual and menopausal problems, nervous tension, insomnia and tension and digestive headaches. Externally it can be used to treat skin problems and conjunctivitis.
Cautions
In rare cases, there may be an allergic reaction to chamomile.