Guest guest Posted January 21, 2005 Report Share Posted January 21, 2005 The chamomile plant can grow up to twenty inches tall. It is a member of the Daisy family. The chamomile flower has a strong aroma scent and a bitter taste. The chamomile is originally from southern and eastern Europe. Through time, it has found its way in becoming a popular plant throughout Asia, North America and South America. Every part of the chamomile plant can not be used, only the flowers and the first three to four inches for tea and medicinal uses. Chamomile has been used for centuries to help relieve infections, stomach gas, stomachaches, and menstrual pain. It is also good for insomnia and promotes healthy skin. There are many forms chamomile can take to be used to alieve many symptoms. Chamomile can be used in tea form, as oil, as a powder or even as a wine. These variations are simple to make; some can be purchased at local health food stores. To prepare a tea to be used as a drink or gargle to help relieve sore throats or stomach aches. You will need: Two cups hot water Four teaspoons dried chamomile flowers Bring water to a boil in medium saucepan. In a quart size pitcher pour flowers in, then pour water over flowers. Stir well. Let stand for ten minutes. To make chamomile wine you will need: Two ounces dried, crushed chamomile flower heads One quart dry wine Pour dried flowers into quart of dry wine; let stand for ten days in a well-ventilated area. This wine can be used for digestive problems. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 4, 2005 Report Share Posted November 4, 2005 I have also used infused chamomile tea to actually wash sore eyes especially good for the kids. Works wonderfully and not nasty for them. Tracey ----- Original Message ----- From: Suzanne health Sent: Friday, November 04, 2005 3:37 PM Subject: Chamomile CHAMOMILE: Chamomile tea can now be purchased in health food stores and even in general grocery stores and it is used to help with insomnia, anxiety or migraines. It is also very good in the treatment of sore throat, gingivitis and gastritis. Drink the tea throughout the day. For treatment of inflamed and sore eyes, use the cooled chamomile tea bags and place over the closed eyes for 30 minutes. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ www.onegrp.com/?mamanott organic cosmetics http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ FareChase - Search multiple travel sites in one click. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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