BENEFITS OF CHAMOMILE TEA
IF YOU ARE ON MEDICATION, PREGNANT OR FEEDING BABY, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR MEDICAL PRACTITIONER BEFORE DRINKING ANY HERBAL TEAS.
The potential benefits of chamomile tea, for which there is the most evidence, include:
REDUCING MENSTRUAL PAIN
Several studies have shown that chamomile tea may help to reduce severity of menstrual cramps. Chamomile tea needs to be taken regularly.
REDUCING INFLAMMATION
Inflammation is an immune system reaction to fight infection. Chamomile tea contains chemical compounds that may help to reduce inflammation.
HELPING WITH SLEEP AND RELAXATION
Chamomile tea is widely thought to help people relax and fall asleep.
TREATING COLD SYMPTOMS
It has been suggested that inhaling steam from chamomile may help to relieve some of the symptoms of the common cold.
DIGESTIVE ISSUES
Research suggests that chamomile may help to reduce smooth muscle spasms in the gut, which may benefit those with inflammatory digestive issues such as diverticulitis and oesophageal reflux. It may also offer preventative measures against a fairly common bacteria known as Helicobacter Pylori which can contribute to stomach ulcers.
IS CHAMOMILE TEA SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE?
Chamomile tea is considered safe for most people, although some individuals have reported an allergy to chamomile, especially if they already have a daisy allergy (which includes plants such as ragweed and chrysanthemums).
NOTES
There are various claims to the benefits of Chamomile tea, a few others are supporting heart health, and appear to be beneficial for both cholesterol management and blood pressure..
Another claim is Chamomile may help improve blood sugar regulation in those with diabetes, it’s thought it may do this by suppressing blood sugar levels and helping to improve liver glycogen storage.
AS WITH ANYTHING HERBAL, IF YOU ARE ON MEDICATION, DO NOT STOP TAKING IT. RESEARCH, RESEARCH RESEARCH IS MOST IMPORTANT .
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