Chamomile is a versatile herb that treats a wide range of common ailments. Generally, there are three categories of use, as an anti-inflammatory for the skin, as an anti-infective for many common ailments, and as an anti-spasmodic for such problems as stomach cramps and indigestion.
Used in a tea, or in capsule form, chamomile flowers are used internally for many common physical symptoms, including menstrual cramps, stomach cramps, indigestion, flatulence, diarrhea, fever, colds, congestion, headaches, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, stress, nervousness, and poor digestion. For babies, it has been helpful for symptoms of colic and teething pain. Always consult your healthcare provider if you have questions regarding tea for this use.
Externally, chamomile flowers can be ground into a paste (you can grind with mortar & pestle and add some water or unsweetened tea - add oatmeal slowly as needed for consistency) and use to treat skin irritations such as ulcers, infections, rashes, and burns. The flowers can also be used in a bath to ease the pain of hemorrhoids and cystitis, and the essential oil can be applied to combat neuralgia and eczema.
To prepare a bath, put a handful of flowers in a mesh bag, hang it on the tap using string, and run the bath water over it. I have used Chamomile teabags in my bath for years. You can also use chamomile tea on brown or blonde hair to create golden highlights. I have strawberry blonde hair and using chamomile tea gives it luster.
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