What is Chamomile used for?+
Chamomile is best known for sleep and rest, stress and anxiety, digestion. Brew 1–2 teaspoons in hot water, steep covered 10–15 minutes, sip 30 minutes before bed.
What's the best way to prepare Chamomile?+
Chamomile can be prepared as tea, infusion, tincture, and compress. For leaves and flowers, an infusion (steep in just-boiled water, covered) is best. For roots, barks, and seeds, a decoction (simmer for 20–30 minutes) is needed to extract the actives. Tinctures and capsules are convenient when you don't want to brew.
How much Chamomile should I take?+
1–2 tsp dried per cup tea; 30 min steep for sleep
What forms does Chamomile come in?+
Chamomile is sold as whole flowers, tea bags, and tincture. Whole dried herb is the most economical and lets you brew tea; tincture is convenient for daily use and travel; capsules are easiest if you don't like the taste.
How should I store Chamomile?+
Airtight, dark; 1 yr
Is Chamomile safe for pets?+
Chamomile is generally safe around pets. Generally safe; small amounts okay As always, larger medicinal doses should be cleared with your vet.
Where does Chamomile come from?+
Flowers; Egypt, Germany
What are the energetics of Chamomile?+
In traditional herbal systems like Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, Chamomile is considered cool and neutral. Energetics describe how an herb feels in the body — cooling or warming, drying or moistening. They help match the herb to the person and the season.
