Camomile
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Camomile or chamomile is a common name for a variety of herbs in the daisy family (astercae). Many subspecies are used, but the most common is Matricaria chamomilla (German camomile or wild camomile). Another frequently used species is Chamaemelum nobile (Roman, English or garden camomile).[1] Often these two are used interchangeably as a mild sedative or nervative. Chamomile is most often prepared as an infusion, or tea.
Theory[edit | edit source]
Evidence[edit | edit source]
Camomile is often used for calming, mild stress or anxiety, for a stomach upset, or as a sleep remedy, but there is little evidence for this.[1][2]
Clinicians[edit | edit source]
Risks and side effects[edit | edit source]
Costs and availability[edit | edit source]
Widely available as tea, in supplements, and grown in many parts of the world.[1]
See also[edit | edit source]
Learn more[edit | edit source]
- Chamomile - WebMD
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Ferdinand, Pamela; Griffin, R. Morgan; Mitchell, Kristin. "Chamomile Health Benefits and Uses". WebMD. Retrieved December 31, 2023.
- ↑ Gyllenhaal, Charlotte; Merritt, Sharon L.; Peterson, Sara Davia; Block, Keith I.; Gochenour, Tom (June 1, 2000). "Efficacy and safety of herbal stimulants and sedatives in sleep disorders". Sleep Medicine Reviews. 4 (3): 229–251. doi:10.1053/smrv.1999.0093. ISSN 1087-0792.
