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Properties: volatile oil, flavonoids, Valerianic acid, coumarins, tannins, glycosides, salicylate

Values: antispasmodic, sedative, anti-inflammatory, bitters, anti-septic, anti-bacterial, prevents vomiting.

There are many varieties of chamomile, but only two are used medicinally. — Roman chamomile, a perennial and German chamomile an annual.

Chamomile tea helps with muscle aches, strains, arthritic pain, and menstrual cramps. Chamomile reduces inflammation and helps fight infections in the bladder. It helps to ease cystitis and fights E. Choli in the bladder.

Chamomile is both an antiseptic and antibacterial if used as a skin wash. Chamomile relieves nausea, relaxes tension and stops vomiting. It is also a wonderful sleep aide.

Chamomile can also be used as a hair rinse, it can add highlights to blonde hair.

This plant is very easy to grow indoors or in the garden. Typically blooms in June. It is safe and well tolerated.

Chamomile tea sweetened with honey can be served throughout the day to calm a stressed or nervous child. Massage oil enhanced with a few drops of chamomile essential oil can be used for similar calming effects and just super sore aching muscles. A few drops of the tincture before meal time will aide digestion. This versatile plant can be used for a marvelous, soothing wash. Or just add chamomile flowers to soothe your baby in a bath.

Perfect chamomile Tea:

. Boil water

. Place fresh, or dried chamomile flowers into a tea infuser

. Place the infuser in a large cup, and pour boiling water over it

. Allow to steep for about five minutes

. Enjoy your hot tea with your favorite sweetener