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Chamomile
Also called: Matricaria chamomilla
A gentle, calming flower used for sleep, mild anxiety, and an unsettled stomach. One of the most widely used herbal teas.
Commonly used for
- Relaxation and mild anxiety
- Sleep
- Gas, bloating, and indigestion
- Soothing skin (topically)
Found naturally in
- Chamomile flowers, brewed as tea
Label red flags
- Sleep blends that hide each herb's amount
Check with a provider
- Allergy to ragweed, daisies, or related plants
- Taking blood thinners such as warfarin
- Taking sedatives (effects can add up)
Supplements that contain it
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Parts of the body it affects
Explore what each area does and the conditions that can affect it.
Digestive tract
Your stomach and intestines absorb nutrients and hold most of your body's immune tissue, which makes the gut a common target in autoimmune disease.
Brain & nerves
Your brain, spinal cord, and nerves carry every signal in your body, from movement and sensation to mood and memory.
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