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Chamomile Herbal Remedy

The Health Benefits of Chamomile Chamomile has traditionally been used to help with relaxation, digestive problems, fever, menstrual discomfort, stomach ache, and anxiety. It is used to treat insomnia in children because it is a very mild relaxant and has a pleasant taste. Chamomile is also a traditional topical treatment (as a cream)used for its antibacterial properties for eczema, rashes, skin irritations cuts and scrapes, sore muscles, and burns. Chamomile can be used for treating: Restlessness Irritability Insomnia (including children's sleeping difficulties) Teething difficulties Constipation Gastritus and digestive problems Mouthwash for mouth inflammations Gargle for sore throats Eye-bath for sore eyes Eczema Rashes and skin irritations Cuts and scrapes Sore muscles Burns Side effects and contraindications: Allergies People should avoid chamomile if they are allergic to plants in the Asteraceae (Compositae) family. Examples include aster, chrysanthemum, mugwort, ragweed and ragwort. Chamomile tea has been reported to cause difficulty breathing, anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) and allergic skin reactions in some individuals. Chamomile eyewash may cause allergic conjunctivitis (pink eye). Pregnancy And Breast-Feeding In theory, chamomile may act as a uterine stimulant or may cause abortion; it should be avoided during pregnancy. Chamomile is usually not recommended during breast-feeding, because there is not enough research in this area. Emetic It is believed that Chamomolie may induce vomiting when consumed in large doses Active Compounds: Volatile oil which includes chamazulene and isadol: mucilage, coumarin,flavone glycosides. What herbalists say about Chamomile Herbalists prefer the bitter German chamomile (matricaria recutita) to the sweeter Roman variety. they use chamomile both as a fresh tea and as a tincture for oral consumption and in creams for topical use It is an excellent gentle sedative safe for use with children while externally it will speed wound healing, reduce swelling and reduce irritation. Traditional Chinese herbalists see Chamomile as having a neutral energy that calms the spirit. Chamomile tincture dosage When taking chamomile as a tincture (1:3 herb to alcohol ratio) take 2ml to 4ml three times a day (50% reduction for children between 6 and 12). When buying herbal remedies always buy tinctures not pills or capsules. Click here for more information and advice on buying herbal remedies. Naturopaths treat the whole person not just the disease or condition. That's why you cannot use this site for diagnosis or treatment. The information we provide should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice or treatment. We recommend that you visit a qualified naturopath or find a GP who is sympathetic to a naturopathic approach. Click here for our full disclaimer.	Research home Herbal remedies Chamomile research Advice on buying herbal remedies
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