Chamomile is effective in treating insomnia and relieving nightmares

Chamomile is effective in treating insomnia and relieving nightmares

Chamomile is an aromatic plant that has anti-allergic medicinal properties.

Chamomile is a fragrant and perennial plant that grows to a height of about 30 to 40 cm and sometimes up to 60 cm. The stem is whitish green, the leaves are small, alternate and have narrow, irregular, hairy hairs. The flowers of the complex are in a single cap that appears singly at the end of the flowering stem in summer. In each head, white flowers are around and yellow flowers are in the middle.

Since the plant has been cultivated for centuries in European parks, gardens and walkways due to its rich aroma, it is also called European chamomile.

One of the main constituents of chamomile is a volatile, delicate and blue oil that is obtained from its flower and causes the special aroma of chamomile flower. Cutaneous use of this oil has a great effect on disinfection and elimination of skin inflammations and accelerates the repair of superficial skin lesions. Also, massage with the oil of this plant is an effective analgesic for sciatica.

Chamomile flower has a wonderful calming effect on the nervous system as well as the gastrointestinal tract and is known for its significant role in treating insomnia and nightmares.

Anti-inflammatory, anti-spasm, anti-flatulence, antiseptic, anti-allergic, sedative and pain relieving effects as well as strengthening the digestive system are the most important properties of chamomile.

Chamomile is a natural anti-allergy and its anti-allergic effects can be used to relieve asthma, seasonal respiratory allergies, colds and sinusitis.

Chamomile incense is also recommended for acne and pimples.

Chamomile is a great painkiller for headaches, migraines, toothaches and nerve aches, and because of its well-known properties, it is also available in tea bags today.