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The chamomile, also known as chamomile, is an herb native to Europe widely used for its large number of properties, mainly its effects on the nervous systemas well as by its power antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.

This plant has a long stem that reaches 25 cm in length, with elongated leaves and small white flowers, it predominates in the meadows having good tolerance to extreme weather conditions. It can be planted in a pot which makes it easy to have it in the pot. home.

Chamomile has several uses

The main way to use chamomile is by preparing infusions from fresh or dried flowers, which have a pleasant taste and are used to achieve effects as a calming or sedative action of the nervous system as well as its antispasmodic effect that helps to relieve pain type colic.

This infusion can be used cold in compresses to be used on areas of inflammation, being one of its main applications in the treatment of disorders ocular such as conjunctivitis, inflammation of the eyelids, inflammation of the face in crisis of sinusitis and painful hemorrhoids. It can also be applied to the hair to clarify it and obtain golden reflections in it.

From chamomile they are obtained essential oils through a distillation process used in aromatherapy treatments. Its main uses are in the cosmetic area to promote healing processes, hydrate the skin and achieve a fresher appearance.

It is also used in the manufacture of toiletries such as soap, perfumes, creams, shampoo and various cosmetics.

Chamomile is also a homeopathic remedy

Homeopathy includes chamomile with its chamomile name in its repertoire of remedies. In this treatment system, chamomile is used in a diluted form for the treatment of colic in the kids small children as well as irritability and crying that are only consoled when taking the child in their arms, in fact there is a very popular phrase among homeopaths that says “when the child screams, give chamomile”.

Precautions when using chamomile

Although it is a natural product, chamomile is not completely harmless for the body, excessive use of this plant can cause irritability in the nervous system and vomiting. Its use is not recommended in pregnant women since it has been associated with an increase in risk to suffer a abortion.

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