Author: Justin Shelton

Animal studies have shown that German chamomile reduces inflammation, speeds wound healing, reduces muscle spasms, and serves as a mild sedative to help with sleep. Few studies have investigated whether the same is true in people. Test tube studies have shown that chamomile can kill bacteria, fungus, and viruses. What can German chamomile be used […]

The plant considered “true chamomile” is commonly called English or Roman chamomile. Its scientific name is Chamaemelum nobile, although it was once scientifically known as Anthemis nobilis. “False chamomile” usually refers to German chamomile, or Matricaria recutita. How can you tell the difference between German and Roman chamomile tea? Roman Chamomile has a light, fresh […]

The scented flavor of chamomile tea is a bit flowery and earthy. The texture of chamomile tea is rather silky, clean, and pretty soothing. However, this soothing and mildly sweet tea can taste bitter if you add too many dried chamomile flowers or tea bags to the water and brew them for too long. Why […]

Chamomile is particularly effective at making you feel sleepy because of its chemical structure. The plant extract contains apigenin, a chemical compound that induces sleepiness when it binds to the GABA receptors in the brain. How does chamomile make you sleepy? People drink chamomile tea to treat insomnia because of its calming effects. Researchers believe […]

Ingredients 8 oz water. 2 chamomile tea bags. 1/4 cup milk (your preferred variety) 2 tsp honey. Ground cinnamon for serving. How much honey should I add to chamomile tea? Ingredients 2 tsp dried camomile flowers. pinch dried lavender , optional. 2 tsp runny honey. Should I put honey in my chamomile tea? So are […]

sunshiny yellow. Chamomile tea is a sweet herbal infusion that has notes of crisp apple. The body of the tea is light and airy. Chamomile tea is sunshiny yellow in color and emits a fresh, slightly sweet aroma. When should you not drink chamomile tea? Warnings. The safety of chamomile has not been well established […]

How to identify. As a member of the daisy family, Chamomile is a composite flower so has a daisy-like, disc-shaped flower head that consists of lots of tiny flowers in the form of disc florets (the yellow ‘centre’) and ray florets (the white ‘petals’). Its leaves are small, feathery and much-divided. How can you tell […]

It has small daisy like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The leaves are feathery. It is a perennial. German chamomile looks similar to Roman chamomile with the differences being that German chamomile grows upright to the height of about 1 to 2 feet (30 to 61 cm.), and is a reseeding annual. What […]

What To Add To Chamomile Tea? Citrus: You can add a splash of juice before serving. Ginger: Add a few slices of fresh ginger to infuse it with extra zing. Lavender: Add edible dried lavender to steep. Vanilla: Use around 1/8 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract to make a delicious honey vanilla chamomile tea recipe. […]

Chamomile is enjoyed by rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas and other small animals. It is just perfect for feeding as part of a natural diet, as a treat or as extra tastiness to hay for added foraging fun! Is chamomile toxic to rabbits? Chamomile tea is safe for rabbits to drink, as well as being good […]

The name, Matricaria, of the bitter Chamomile is derived from mater cara, “beloved mother,” because the herb is dedicated to St. Herbal History Herbal History Herbs for Beginners Cooking with Herbs Why does my chamomile taste bitter? The scented flavor of chamomile tea is a bit flowery and earthy. The texture of chamomile tea is […]

Chamomile is a daisy-like plant commonly used for herbal teas. Best known for its calming properties, chamomile is safe for dogs and full of healthy benefits. In fact, it is actually one of the safest herbs you can offer your pet! Chamomile has anti-inflammatory, sedative, and antispasmodic properties. How much chamomile can I give my […]

Chamomile is a traditional treatment that may soothe and calm eczema, inflammation, and skin infections. One study found that essential oils can penetrate into the deeper layers of a person’s skin, and may therefore be useful as an anti-inflammatory. Which chamomile is best for eczema? German chamomile (GC) oil, an aromatic oil, has been reported […]

Apigenin. Chamomile tea Researchers believe that its effect on sleep comes from its flavonoid content . Apigenin is a flavonoid that binds to benzodiazepine receptors in the brain, which has a sedative effect. Is chamomile a sedative? Chamomile in the form of an aqueous extract has been frequently used as a mild sedative to calm […]

Emotionally Chamomile Blue is used to ease stress and to calm extreme nervous tension. Used in a diffuser, bath blend or massage treatment it can help to dispel some of the physical tension caused by stress and anxiety. What is chamomile blue? Blue chamomile is derived from the German chamomile plant, which is an upright […]

Allergic reactions to chamomile tea are generally mild. Your mouth, throat and lips may burn or itch. You may break out in hives. If you handle loose chamomile or use a chamomile-based cream, you could also experience a red and itchy rash known as contact dermatitis. Can you have an allergic reaction to chamomile tea? […]