Chamomile is one of the most popular healing herbs. Thought to calm the nerves and fight free radicals it contains antioxidant flavanoids. One of these, quercertin has powerful anti inflammatory properties helping to soothe the digestive tract. Chamomile is most commonly known as a mild sedative. When taken as a tea in the evening it can be combined with valerian and passion flower leaves to make a satisfying bedtime drink. Four teaspoons of leaves to be added to one cup of boiling water, one teaspoon of honey may be added as it cools. According to Ayurveda honey must never be heated or added to boiling hot drinks because it turns to visham (poison) known as ama in the body and becomes difficult to digest.
Health and Well Being using Ancient Indian Herbs and Healing
