Benefits of chamomile for your health
Chamomile has many health benefits, the most prominent of which are:
1. Boost immunity
Did you know that chamomile is a natural and effective antibiotic? Chamomile works to enhance immunity and increase the body's immunity against infection and inflammation, so chamomile tea may be effective in treating influenza and colds, and alleviating their symptoms.
2. Treatment of insomnia and sleep disorders
According to some studies, chamomile tea is a nerve relaxant and helps with relaxation. Therefore, drinking 3-4 cups of chamomile tea helps treat insomnia. Studies and laboratory experiments on animals have confirmed that consuming small amounts of chamomile may help relieve anxiety, help with sleep, and solve sleep problems and disorders.
3. Treatment of skin diseases and mouth ulcers
Drinking chamomile tea or using it topically may help treat and soothe some skin problems, such as: eczema, dermatitis, and diaper rash. Chamomile is also useful as a mouthwash, and helps treat mouth ulcers and improve mouth health.
4. Relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome
Some studies have found that after drinking chamomile tea for two weeks, there was an increase in the levels of the amino acid glycine, which helps reduce muscle spasms and helps relax the nerves, which helps reduce the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, which include tension, uterine contractions, and abdominal pain.
5. Fighting some types of cancer.
Fighting inflammation and thus reducing the risk of arthritis and autoimmune disorders.
Slow down or prevent osteoporosis.
Reducing blood sugar levels.
Benefits of chamomile for children
Many mothers use chamomile tea to treat many infant problems, such as: colic, diarrhea, and fever. The American Academy of Family Physicians has confirmed that infants consuming chamomile tea in small quantities contributes to relieving abdominal pain and colic, because it fights muscle spasms, soothes stomach disorders, and is an anti-diarrheal.
However, it is not recommended for those under five years of age to drink more than half a cup of chamomile tea per day, and the temperature of the tea must be checked before giving it to them.