Chamomile – the flower of tenderness and soothing

When we enter the world of medicinal plants, chamomile – a tiny flower with a pleasant scent – comforts us like a loyal friend. In folk wisdom, it is known for its calming effects, similar to the gentle embrace of nature.

Chamomile belongs to the daisy family ( Asteraceae ). The most common representative is German chamomile ( Matricaria chamomilla ), used in many folk remedies, while Roman chamomile ( Chamaemelum nobile ) with its sweet scent deepens the feeling of tranquility.

Folk use through the centuries

Chamomile flower tea has been trusted for centuries as a soothing agent for a worn-out nervous system, digestion, menstrual problems, and skin ailments (wounds, inflammation). (1*)

Scientifically proven effects

1. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory power – chamomile extracts protect cells from damage, reduce inflammatory markers and strengthen defense systems (Nrf2). (2*)(3*)
2. Effects on intestinal inflammation – hydroalcoholic extracts reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in an intestinal model (HT29 cells). (4*)
3. Broad therapeutic potential – chamomile has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, hepatoprotective, anti-anxiety and even anti-tumor properties, which stem from its rich chemical profile. (5*)

Tea as a ritual

Chamomile tea is more than just a drink — it’s a little ritual to calm your mind. Prepare it by pouring hot water over the flowers, waiting a few minutes, inhaling the aroma, and feeling your tensions slowly melt away.

Safe dose… but caution is in order

• Allergies : People sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae family may also react to chamomile. (6*)
• Drug interactions : Apigenin and coumarins in chamomile may interfere with the action of anticoagulants, NSAIDs, and other medications, so consulting a doctor is recommended. (7*) (8*)
• During pregnancy : Roman chamomile may cause uterine contractions and is not recommended during pregnancy. (9*)

Wisdom from flower to tea

Chamomile tea is more than just a tradition – it is a gentle reminder to stop, breathe, and take a moment to regenerate. A flower that has accompanied human concerns for millennia, it remains a faithful companion in the search for inner peace.

Literature: (*)

1. Source: Chamomile: A herbal medicine of the past with bright future , (JK Srivastava, E. Shankar, S. Gupta), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21132119/
2. Source: Chamomile Confers Protection against Hydrogen Peroxide-Induced Toxicity through Activation of Nrf2-Mediated Defense Response , (N. Bhaskaran, JK Srivastava, S. Shukla, S. Gupta), https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4019961/
3. Source: Chamomile: A Review of Its Traditional Uses, Chemical Constituents, Pharmacological Activities and Quality Control Studies , (YL Dai, Y. Li, Q. Wang, FJ Niu, KW Li, YY Wang, J. Wang, CZ Zhou, LN Gao), https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/28/1/133
4. Source: An Hydroalcoholic Chamomile Extract Modulates Inflammatory and Immune Response in HT29 Cells and Isolated Rat Colon , (L. Menghini, C. Ferrante, L. Leporini, L. Recinella, A. Chiavaroli, S. Leone, G. Pintore, M. Vacca, G. Orlando, L. Brunetti), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27237110/
5. Source: A Comprehensive Study of Therapeutic Applications of Chamomile , (A. Sah, P. Poonkuzhi Naseef, MS Kuruniyan, GK Jain, F. Zakir, G. Aggarwal), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36297396/
6. Source: Complementary, holistic, and integrative medicine: chamomile , (P. Gardiner), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17400821/
7. Source: Effect of chamomile intake on blood coagulation tests in healthy volunteers: a randomized, placebo-controlled, crossover trial, (JA Schwartz, JL Romeiser, R. Kimura, L. Senzel, D. Galanakis, D. Halper, S. Mena, E. Bennett-Guerrero), https://perioperativemedicinejournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13741-023-00339-7
8. Source: The Acute Effect of Chamomile Intake on Blood Coagulation Tests in Healthy Volunteers: A Randomized Trial , (R. Kimura, JA Schwartz, JL Romeiser, L. Senzel, D. Galanakis, D. Halper, E. Bennett-Guerrero), https://academic.oup.com/jalm/article/9/3/468/7596019

9. Source: The Efficacy and Safety of Using Chamomile Products During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period , (T. Ferguson, B. Gordon), https://www.lifescience.net/publications/1277985/the-efficacy-and-safety-of-using-chamomile-product/

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