The most famous and widely used antiseptic in folk medicine. Currently, a large number of drugs and cosmetics are made on the basis of chamomile.
Plant properties
Chamomile has antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. The substances that make up it disinfect well and eliminate pathogenic bacteria. The plant is rich in fatty acids and polysaccharides.
Chamomile is a versatile treatment for inflammatory diseases. It is used externally and internally. The main properties of the plant are soothing and anti-inflammatory. The herb has a beneficial effect on both children and adults. Its healing qualities are great enough.
Chamomile uses
Decoctions and infusions of chamomile are used. Chamomile is used as an antibacterial and disinfecting lotion. Decoctions of chamomile have a choleretic, diaphoretic and anti-inflammatory agent. Also, chamomile has a beneficial effect on the stomach, relieves swelling of the walls of the stomach, treats diseases of gastritis, ulcers and duodenal ulcers.
The dry plant is brewed like tea. It is used for colds, stomach diseases and as an anti-inflammatory agent during exacerbation of viral diseases. With angina, chamomile will help relieve redness and swelling of the throat, gargling with this herb is prescribed for purulent sore throat.
Drink chamomile tea without sweeteners. It is very useful for colds to carry out steaming and inhalation with chamomile grass. It is used as a hair rinse and a decoction is added when taking a bath. Hair after such rinsing becomes fluffy and their softness increases. Acne and prickly heat disappear on the skin. Small lesions of the skin are disinfected.
A decoction of chamomile is recommended to process the external genital organs to treat diseases of the reproductive system and destroy pathogenic bacteria.
Chamomile harm
Any remedy has contraindications, and chamomile has its drawbacks. Chamomile increases the production of estrogen in a woman's ovaries, so chamomile should not be taken during pregnancy. This can lead to miscarriage. Excessive consumption of the plant can lead to headaches, irritations and disturbances in the nervous system. For normal effects on the body, you need to use chamomile in small doses or see the instructions enclosed in the pharmacy package of dry herbs.
