Teas From The Garden – Chamomile

Chamomile Flowers, Matricaria chamomilla

Part used – flower
Taste – light, apple-scented tea

Tea preparation – Infusion

Nervine (a nerve tonic – relaxant, sedative)
Anti-inflammatory (controlling inflammation, a reaction to injury or infection)
Carminative (causing the release of stomach or intestinal gas)
Diaphoretic ( increases perspiration)
Immune system (builds, strengthens immune system)
Digestion (try drinking a tea 30min before and after meals)
Restful natural sleep
Used commonly for children
Even Peter Rabbit drank Chamomile tea!