Sweet Chamomile Tea

The sweet brew from chamomile tea has been used for centuries dating as far back as the 1st century (AD) when it was used by the Egyptians. This herb is still used today!

Chamomile (pronounced "cham-o-mile" or "cham-o-meel") is commonly used as an herbal remedy by most folks by infusing the flowers with hot water.

Chamomile, which is closely related to the daisy grows in most parts of Europe and in regions of western Asia. There are two types of Chamomile which are German and Roman, each one very similar to one another, offering the same benefits and containing the same properties.

Health Benefits

Some notable health benefits of drinking chamomile tea are for helping with digestive and gastrointestinal disorders.

This herbal tea helps soothe stomach pain, cramps, nausea, and vomiting. It can also aid with the symptoms of heartburn, and help folks who suffer with stomach ulcers. However if such symptoms persist, it is recommended you call your doctor.

By stimulating the release of natural digestive juices, it also helps the body with the absorption of food.

This unique tisane, which is known as natures most safest and effective sedative can also relax ones body and mind. It can help ease the symptoms of colic in infants, as well as aid in helping folks get a good night sleep.

Drinking chamomile tea can also treat muscle pain, spasms, and inflammation.

It is also safe to use with children with conditions like chicken-pox and diaper rash.

What makes chamomile so special is that it contains a nice amount of volatile oil, flavonoids, and coumarins. It also has strong antioxidant properties as well which can mean an enhanced immune system.

Brewing chamomile tea is quite easy and is best enjoyed if the whole flowers are steeped rather then brewed by bag. For a mug sized cup about one teaspoon should do. Adagio Teas is a reputable online tea shop that sells chamomile in loose form as well as other herbal teas.

Where to Buy Quality Loose Tea

Purchase from Adagio Teas

Fresh Tea from Mighty Leaf Tea

Using fresh filtered water brought to a boil, cooled for 30 seconds, and then poured over the small yellowish flowers is the best way to achieve a flavorful and beneficial cup.

Let it steep for about 7 minutes, then cool down for another 3 before sipping.

The flavor of this herbal tea is sweet and very soothing.

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