Chamomile Health Benefits [Infographic]

Chamomile Health Benefits - Infographic from Dr. Josh Axe

Traditional Natural Remedy

Chamomile is perhaps best known for its calming effects on the mind, digestive system and skin.  We know that chamomile tea, extracts, tinctures and salve has been traditionally used both internally and topically for many centuries as a natural remedy for a wide range of health ailments including the common cold, asthma, rashes, insomnia, menstrual cramps, heartburn and nausea.

Proven Health Benefits

More recently, a growing number of studies are providing evidence that certain active ingredients in chamomile may have therapeutic and medicinal value in various diseases and medical conditions.

Chamomile's anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anti-depressive, anti-spasmodic, anti-allergenic and anti-inflammatory agents have been studied in connection with anxiety disorders, depression, diarrhea, hyperthyroidism, insulin resistance, diabetes, inflammation, sleep disorders, and periodontitis, just to name a few.

The potent antioxidant profile of chamomile renders it one of the most versatile healing herbs known to us.

Infographic

This infographic from Dr. Josh Axe entitled "9 Chamomile Benefits" briefly explains some of the ways in which chamomile is thought to promote and improve health and vitality.

Infographic Source

To read the complete article on these benefits, as well as the history of chamomile, how to buy and use it, possible side effects and cautions and for DIY recipes, please visit Chamomile Benefits: Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Cancer (Dr. Axe).

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Health Benefits of Dandelions Roots, Leaves, Milk, Tea and Juice
Infographic from OrganicFacts.net

In recent years, there has been much focus on the healing properties of various herbs and spices - such as turmeric, ginger root and garlic.

Most of us, however, don't think of weeds as herbs, food or natural medicine. Until now.

Common, lowly garden weeds are beginning to get the attention of the scientific community and are being researched, studied and tested for their potential use as medicinal plants.
Innovative chefs, particularly plant-based whole food and raw vegan chefs are finding innovative ways to incorporate dandelion leaves and roots into healthy recipes.

This infographic entitled Health Benefits of Dandelions illustrates and summarizes some of the key health benefits that have been attributed to the use of dandelion root, leaf, milk, tea and juice both internally and topically.  To learn more, visit Health Benefits of Dandelions (Organic Facts) - the source of this infographic.

To read about a summary of the studies conducted so far on the potential anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties of dandelions, go to:

Dandelion Gets Scientific Acceptance as An Antioxidant and "Novel" Cancer Therapy (Natural News)