The medicinal plant chamomile in our herbal tea Breathe deeply

1) Chamomile is one of the oldest and most widely used medicinal plants. The ancient Egyptians valued its calming and anti-inflammatory properties and dedicated it to the sun god Ra. It is traditionally used in Used for gastrointestinal complaints, skin problems and colds.

2) Chamomile essential oil contains chamazulene, an active ingredient with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. The oil has a characteristic blue color, which develops during distillation, although the plant's flowers are white and yellow.

3) There are several different types of chamomile, but the two most well-known are German chamomile and Roman chamomile. Both are used in natural medicine, but have slightly different properties and uses. German chamomile is often used as a tea or oil, while Roman chamomile is more commonly used in aromatherapy.

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