Page 23 - AstralRealm Magazine - October 2019

Here are some facts about Chamomile, and how a few

simple cups of tea can so greatly benefit your health,
and alleviate many unpleasant symptoms and ailments.

Anxiety, Insomnia, and Depression;
Chamomile has many health benefits. It is primarily

known for its calming effect on the nervous system,

and its usefulness in relieving insomnia, it has been
used for this purpose throughout centuries. The

ancient Roman, Egyptian and Greek cultures knew the
calming benefits of Chamomile. Chamomile helps to

relieve anxiety and nervous feelings; it also helps to
relieve depression. It has a light sedative effect, which

relaxes the muscles, including the brain muscles, and

therefore allows for a better quality of sleep, and helps
those who have trouble falling asleep.

Abdominal pain
Chamomile is also known for soothing abdominal pain

and discomfort, for aiding in proper digestion, for
helping to cure a stomach ache, to provide some relief

to those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome,
muscle spasms, inflammation of the intestines,

making it very useful when experiencing stomach

troubles . A study done in England discovered that
drinking Chamomile tea raised glycine levels in urine,

glycine calms muscle spasms, which is most likely why

chamomile even aids in the relief of menstrual
cramps. It helps to reduce the bloating, discomfort

and gas related to irritable bowel syndrome, and is
particularly effective when mixed with peppermint.

The combination of chamomile and peppermint also
helps digestion. Chamomile helps to sooth a stomach