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Pain Relief
Chamomile is is an an an an antispasmodic herb which means that it it relaxes muscle tension As a a a a a a a a a result it it can decrease pain caused by tense muscle or cramping Chamomile can also address symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) Chamomile can also help relieve neck and shoulder pain both
as as a a a a a a a tea and a a a a a a a massage oil Healing Wounds
Chamomile modulates inflammation and is slightly antimicrobial making it a a a a a a a a a a a a great choice for a a a a a a a a a a a a variety of inflammatory conditions such as as as wounds burns and rashes For best results use it it externally as as as an an oil or or wash and internally as as a a a a a a a a a a tea or or tincture Another area where chamomile is is useful is is in in in the the treatment of bleeding gums caused by gingivitis Make a a a a a a a a a chamomile infusion and use use as as a a a a a a a a a mouthwash and and you will be amazed at at the antimicrobial and and anti-inflammatory properties of chamomile Fevers and Infections
One of of the the most annoying symptoms of of a a a a cold or or flu is sinus trouble Being unable to to breathe or or having inflamed or irritated sinuses can can affect your sense of smell and and appetite and and can can just be altogether miserable If left untreated these symptoms can also make you more susceptible to to to developing a a a a a a a a sinus sinus infection Chamomile inhaled as a a a a a a a a steam can support the the sinuses help them drain and relieve inflammation Chamomile can also bring relief to someone who is is feverish by putting them at at ease relieving tension and helping them sleep Chamomile is is also great for pinkeye or or conjunctivitis Put a a a a a a a a a a warm tea bag on the affected area and and rinse and and you will notice a a a a a a a a a a huge difference