Native to Europe and Western Asia, chamomile is a member of the Asteraceae family. It has been revered for centuries in the traditions of ancient Egyptians, Native Americans, and Mexican folklore.
With its floral flavor, hints of apple, and subtle sweetness, chamomile is best known as a relaxing tea. It can also be used in herbal lotions and baking recipes.
Common Names
Hungarian chamomile, wild chamomile, German Chamomile
Chamomile is a gentle, aromatic herb that's used worldwide to bring on calm. It helps ease the body and mind - soothing stress, skin, and digestion.
There's not much solid research into chamomile's benefits. There's some evidence it could ease anxiety and maybe even help you sleep better. But we need more research, especially because many of the studies done so far have combined chamomile with other ingredients.
Still, chamomile is generally considered safe. Historically, people have used it for:
Some people also use chamomile in ointment or liquid form to help with skin conditions, such as: