Chamomile Tincture
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Gorgeous Chamomile (matricaria recutita) has a very special smell that is incredibly delicious, described as a sweet apple scent, as well as calming and divine.
It has been used for many centuries, dating back to Egyptian, Roman and Greek times. It brings health to the garden as well as us, helping to keep plants around it pest-free and healthy.
There are two types of Chamomile:
- German Chamomile (matricaria chamomilla) - annual
- Roman Chamomile (anthemis nobilis) - perennial 'lawn' chamomile
While german chamomile is the one used in most herbal preparations, and is the most potent, but both can be used for the same purposes.
Chamomile is a wonderful calming herb, especially helpful (and safe) for babies and children.
It is so helpful for all gastrointestinal complaints, caused by nervous irritability. Think of Chamomile for IBS, indigestion, colitis, ulcers, colic, food sensitivities, flatulence, diarrhoea and reflux.
It's also helpful for teething, to reduce pain, calm, soothe and then sleep.
Chamomile is a lovely sleep aid, helpful for restlessness, anxiety, insomnia, nervous stomach, plus it tastes yummy!
We like to make a calming tea with chamomile, catnip and lemon balm for all things soothing and sleep.
Chamomile is also known to treat pain - toothache, gum inflammation, earaches, nerve pain, sore muscles & joints, aches, sprains and bruises.
It's also wonderfully soothing for headaches and migraines.
Chamomile is very useful for skin also, for eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, inflammation, wrinkles, stretch marks, and it makes a wonderful hair conditioner, especially for blonde hair.
To soothe sore, tired eyes, make a chamomile infusion, then apply to the eyelids for incredible relief, especially during allergy season.
Chamomile (german in particular) is also said to be one of only a few herbs that can regenerate the liver, potentially helpful for hepatitis.
Cautions: use caution in early pregnancy and where sedation may be a danger.
Kailash Herbs is not responsible for any individual's use of our products. Consult a qualified health care practitioner for guidance.
Specifications
Ingredients: organically grown German Chamomile, steeped in Kerikeri-made pure alcohol & non-palm vegetable glycerin.
Strength: 1:2
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