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anti cancer benefits, and when combined the anti

cancer becomes more significant concerning the
inhibition of tumor growth as well as the invasion of

surrounding tissue. Another benefit of this

combination is that it is also safe, with few side effects.
The November 2002 issue of the journal “molecular

nutrition and food research” stated that apigenin found

in chamomile could be particularly useful in the
prevention of gastrointestinal cancer. Apigenin, which

is formed in the digestive tract, can inhibit cancer cell
growth and blood supply to cancerous tumors,

according to the journal. At Ohio state university,
scientists discovered that apigenin can block the

ability for cancer cells to live , which prevents their

ability to spread and also causes them to be more
sensitive to drug therapy. Along with chamomile tea,

celery and parsley are known among the highest

source of apigenin. Though it is also found in fruits and
vegetables, mostly those found in a Mediterranean diet.

Apigenin helps to correct the abnormalities in RNA,
which are molecules that carry genetic information,

which is responsible for around 80% of cancers.

Arthritis, Rheumatism and swelling

Chamomile posses anti-inflammatory properties
which aids in the treatment of rheumatism, and

arthritis and painful swelling in general. It also helps

relieve aches and pains.

Immune system
Chamomile is said to be the best tea for the immune

system Relaxation of muscles Chamomile has a mild
sedative effect, and also works as a natural muscle