What are Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids are enlarged and inflamed blood vessels in the area of the anus and rectum. They can be caused by a number of factors, such as chronic constipation, prolonged sitting, pregnancy and weight lifting. Hemorrhoids can cause discomfort, pain, itching and bleeding.

Distinction between external and internal haemorrhoids:

Internal Hemorrhoids:

Internal haemorrhoids are found inside the anus and lower rectum. They usually do not cause pain because there are few nerve endings in this area. However, they can cause bleeding during defecation and can protrude from the anus (prolapse), causing discomfort and pain.

External Hemorrhoids:

External haemorrhoids are found under the skin around the anus. They are more sensitive because there are many nerve endings in this area. They can cause pain, inflammation and itching. In some cases, they can form clots (thrombosed haemorrhoids), which cause severe pain and swelling.

By understanding the difference between external and internal haemorrhoids, we can approach their treatment in a more targeted and effective way, using natural remedies and herbs to relieve symptoms.

Treating hemorrhoids naturally

Hemorrhoids can be treated with various natural methods that include dietary modifications, lifestyle changes and the use of herbs and natural supplements. Let us examine these methods in detail.

Herbs for Hemorrhoids

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla):

Chamomile is known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. In traditional medicine, it is used to relieve hemorrhoids, helping to reduce swelling and pain. A Chamomile infusion can be applied topically as a compress, providing symptom relief and promoting tissue healing.

Calendula (Calendula officinalis):

Calendula has been shown to help heal wounds and reduce inflammation. These properties make it ideal for topical application, providing relief and treatment for hemorrhoids. The use of calendula can be done in a number of ways. Ointments containing calendula extract can be applied directly to the affected area for immediate relief. Also, calendula tinctures, which are solutions of the plant in alcohol or glycerin, can be used topically with cotton wool. Furthermore, the decoction of calendula flowers can be used for external washing of the area, providing antiseptic and soothing action.

Nettle (Urtica dioica):

According to traditional medicine, nettle is widely used to treat hemorrhoids, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and healing properties. The decoction of nettle leaves can be used for external rinsing of the affected area, helping to reduce swelling and irritation. In addition, nettle leaf poultices can be prepared with nettle leaves and applied topically to relieve symptoms.

It is important, however, to consult your doctor before any use, and also to test the skin reaction to a small amount of the plant to avoid allergic reactions.

Preventive Strategies: Hemorrhoids Treatment in the Home

Haemorrhoids are a problem that can be prevented or reduced through appropriate preventive strategies. Below are some tips that can help prevent hemorrhoids:

Tips for preventing the occurrence or worsening of hemorrhoids

1. Consumption of a diet rich in fibre:

Fiber helps prevent constipation and normalize bowel function. Foods such as fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains are excellent sources of fiber.

2. Avoid delaying defecation:

Do not postpone defecation when you feel the need. Delaying can lead to drier and stiffer stools, which increases pressure on the hemorrhoids.

3. Reduce the time spent sitting on the toilet:

Avoid prolonged sitting on the toilet, as this increases pressure on the veins in the anal area.

4. Maintain good hygiene:

Clean the anal area with gentle movements and avoid perfumed or chemical products that may irritate the area.

The importance of physical activity and proper hydration

1. Physical activity:

Regular physical activity helps prevent constipation and improve blood circulation. Exercises such as walking, swimming and yoga are particularly beneficial.

2. Proper hydration:

Drinking enough water is critical to preventing constipation. Water helps keep stools soft and facilitates bowel movement.

CONCLUSIONS

Incorporating natural therapies and preventive strategies into daily routines can significantly improve health and quality of life. The use of herbs such as chamomile, calendula and nettle, combined with dietary changes and proper hydration, can provide relief from hemorrhoids and prevent their occurrence. We encourage readers to try these natural methods and consult their doctor for the best approach for their own case.

“Chamomile tea: a natural herbal tea that offers calm and well-being in every sip.”

 

History behind chamomile

In the wealthy world of ancient Greek medicine, chamomile stood out for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties, ideas embraced by leading personalities such as Hippocrates and Dioscorides. These experienced healers of their time used chamomile for various gynaecological conditions, confirming its enduring value in the field of natural medicine. Even the ancient Egyptians chose it for its antipyretic properties, while in English tradition, chamomile was considered one of the nine sacred herbs given to the world by the god Woden.

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Chamomile Health Benefits

Chamomile tea is known for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic action, helping to relieve digestive disorders and muscle cramps. At the same time, it has a powerful relaxing effect, ideal for improving sleep quality and reducing stress. It is often recommended as part of a healthy routine, offering stimulation and rejuvenation without the side effects of caffeine. For more on the properties of chamomile read more extensive article here.

But… can I drink chamomile every day?

By regularly enjoying a cup of chamomile tea, you embrace a range of beneficial effects: from soothing anti-stress effects, to promoting a more restful sleep, to enhancing digestive function and relieving inflammation, chamomile is a natural elixir for overall well-being. However, precautions should be taken in case of allergies or special conditions such as pregnancy and breastfeeding. A typical recommendation is 2-3 cups of chamomile tea per day.

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Chamomile for Wellness and Calmness

By incorporating chamomile into your life, you open the door to a natural method of relaxation and calm, offering yourself a moment of peace in the midst of daily stress. Chamomile tea, with its mild and soothing properties, can improve sleep quality, reduce stress and provide a peaceful break from the daily routine. Discover how this simple but powerful herb can become a valuable ally in your quest for a life of well-being and calm.

Practical Tips and Recipes for Chamomile Tea

How to brew the perfect chamomile tea

1. Temperature of Water: Start with fresh, clean water and heat it until it reaches about 90°C.
2. Quantity of Chamomile: Use about 1-2 teaspoons of dried chamomile per cup of water.
3. Infusion Time: Allow the chamomile to infuse for 5-10 minutes. Infusion time will enhance the intensity of its flavor.
4. Strain: Remove the chamomile flowers and enjoy a special herbal beverage.

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Chamomile with Mint:

Add some fresh or dried mint leaves to chamomile tea for a refreshing and rejuvenating effect.

Chamomile with Lavender:

Add a pinch of dried lavender to chamomile for a relaxing and aromatic experience.

Chamomile with Cinnamon and Clove:

Add a piece of cinnamon and 1-2 cloves for a warm and spicy flavor.

Chamomile Tea with Honey:

The addition of honey to herbal tea is widely known. In chamomile tea, honey is a classic and beloved option. It combines the calmness of chamomile with the sweet, nourishing and antioxidant properties of honey. The honey brings out the natural sweetness of chamomile, making each sip even more delicious. At the same time it enhances antioxidant benefits, digestion and sleep quality.

Chamomile tea with oregano:

Chamomile tea with oregano is a natural solution for improved digestion and strong immunity. Oregano, with its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, combines harmoniously with chamomile. The blend boosts overall immune function and relieves digestive disorders.

To prepare it, simply add a pinch of dried oregano to the chamomile. Let it infuse for a few minutes. The oregano adds unique aromatic character. It enhances health benefits at the same time. Perfect choice for natural health enhancement.

Experiment with these simple and quick recipes to add a touch of creativity to your daily chamomile tea. Tailor the recipes to your own taste, exploring and discovering flavorful compositions that will awaken your senses and bring out the uniqueness of each moment.

Conclusions

Chamomile tea, in addition to its calming power, is a natural ally for well-being and health. With its anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic and relaxing properties, it provides relief and peace on a daily basis. Chamomile tea reminds us of the value of a natural approach to personal care, pointing out that sometimes the simplest solutions are the most powerful.

Well, what if the solution to some of your beauty needs was not in the drugstore, but in nature? And what if all those solutions came in one simple plant?

That’s what you get with chamomile!

Today, we’ll be looking at chamomile tea’s benefits for the skin and face, when applied topically. Keep reading to find out more and how to use our Chamomile Tea to obtain these great benefits…

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Chamomile offers remarkable beautifying benefits for your skin and face, thanks to its natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, helping to soothe irritation and promote a youthful complexion.

Why is Chamomile a Useful Beauty Ingredient?

Before we dive in, you must want to know why chamomile is a useful beauty ingredient. It’s because some of the most beneficial properties of chamomile – like its antioxidants and amino acids – can penetrate below the skin surface into deeper layers of the skin.[1]

As a result, many people experience the following chamomile benefits for the skin and face…

Five Incredible Chamomile Benefits for Your Skin

• Chamomile soothes and softens the skin

Chamomile has been used since the time of the Ancient Greeks and Ancient Egyptians to soothe skin. Now, modern research proves that chamomile contains compounds that give it soothing and healing properties.[2]

As a result, you can often find chamomile in cosmetic products designed for sensitive skin.[3]

At tofillo we find that applying a cold compress of chamomile, using our Chamomile Tea, makes for a great home remedy when our skin needs a bit more love and care!

• Chamomile helps reduce inflammation in the skin

Another great chamomile benefit for skin is that it can help reduce inflammation of the skin. This is beneficial for skin conditions like sunburn or acne.

A study in 2010 showed that chamomile extract had such a noticeable effect on reducing inflammation, that the researchers were able to recommend its use as a therapeutic anti-inflammatory agent.[4]

Indeed, chamomile’s ability to reduce inflammation (both by drinking and by applying it topically) is supported in German regulations. The German Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices Commission E has approved the use of chamomile for treating skin inflammation.[5]

That’s a pretty great form of approval!

• Chamomile has properties that help with anti-aging

In another article for Chamomile we explored how chamomile contains an abundance of antioxidants, especially flavonoids and phytochemicals.[6] Well these antioxidants provide some crucial anti-aging benefits too!

Antioxidants fight ‘free radicals’ in our bodies which can, depending on the circumstances, contribute to faster, visible aging.

By drinking chamomile tea or applying it topically, you’re providing your skin with a lot of these antioxidants and could help to slow down the aging process in your skin.

• Chamomile can protect against environmental damage to the skin

Those same antioxidants that help fight aging, can also help protect against environmental damage.

Our skin comes under a lot of stress from the environment around us (think: harsh weather, sun, pollution). This environmental stress can lead to dark spots, dryness and premature aging.

Because of chamomile’s antioxidants – such as flavonoids, terpenoids and polyphenols – it can help to protect from this damage by fighting free radicals caused by environmental stress.

At tofillo we feel that our skin looks and feels healthier in the summer (when UV rays and pollution are at their highest) when we enjoy our Chamomile Tea on ice!

• Chamomile can help with wound-healing

An interesting chamomile benefit for the skin is its ability to help in healing wounds. Chamomile has been used to help with the treatment and healing of wounds for centuries.[7] The science now supports this.

There are various studies that show chamomile’s ability to heal wounds faster than regular corticosteroids and that it has effective anti-bacterial properties.

One study in 2008 showed that topical application of chamomile helped heal wounds up to nine days faster than wounds treated with corticosteroids.[8]

So while chamomile by itself isn’t enough to treat a wound, there is strong evidence to suggest that it can help heal the wound faster.

* Remember to always seek medical advice before using chamomile topically on a wound.

Three Incredible Chamomile Benefits for Your Face

We explored some amazing chamomile benefits for skin in the section above. These included soothing, anti-aging and protection against environmental damage.

Of course, all these benefits apply equally to the skin on your face as well as your body! But here are a few of chamomile’s beauty benefits specifically for your face…

1. Chamomile can help to brighten your face

We all want the skin on our faces to be clear and bright! Well chamomile can help us get there in two ways.

First, by drinking chamomile tea you get soothing, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits which help with keeping your skin calm and clear from the inside-out. Second, by applying chamomile topically you can support brightening your facial skin.[9]

So it’s not a bad step to add into your beauty routine!

2. Chamomile can help reduce hyperpigmentation on the face

Chamomile has astringent properties.[10] This means that it cleanses facial skin well, helps dry out oil and gradually fades scars, which can help reduce hyperpigmentation.

We all dread the hyperpigmentation left on our faces from a breakout. Because of chamomile’s astringent properties, it can work to gradually fade hyperpigmentation and acne scars on our faces when it’s used regularly.

3. Chamomile can help with acne and breakouts

We’ve seen how chamomile has great anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. It packs quite a punch! Well, did you know that because of these properties, chamomile can sometimes help treat acne?

While chamomile alone can’t resolve all cases of acne, it can offer a gentle and mild treatment option for some acne cases and other, milder breakouts.

Because of its astringent, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, chamomile helps to gently cleanse the skin. And with its anti-oxidant properties, it helps to speed up cell regeneration which helps clear the skin.[11]

That’s something to keep in mind when you next have a breakout!

Preparation

Now that you know about some of the great beauty benefits of chamomile for the skin and face, you might be wondering how to obtain those benefits!

At tofillo we love to drink our Chamomile Tea for beauty benefits, but we also love to use it to for topical use.

Here is one method we use to make a topical preparation:

1. Place 25g of tofillo Chamomile Tea in a bowl with a wide rim
2. Warm 230ml water up to 90⁰C
3. Add the hot water to the Chamomile Tea, cover the bowl and allow to infuse until the water has cooled
4. Remove the chamomile flowers
5. Apply the infusion to skin using either a washcloth or a spray bottle
6. Leave on for 15 minutes and then rinse off

* Always patch test any product when using on your skin for the first time

Conclusion

These are just a few of the great beauty benefits chamomile can offer – and now you have one example of how to add it to your beauty routine! We hope you found this article useful.

If you’re interested in purchasing some chamomile for your beauty routine, you can order our Chamomile Tea [LINK] from our online store. At tofillo we use only whole, loose flowers of chamomile to ensure our products retain their best therapeutic effects.

[1] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8073060/

[2] https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/chamomile-benefits-for-skin#skin-benefits

[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995283/

[4]https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2982259/#:~:text=Chamomile%20is%20known%20to%20possess%20anti%2Dinflammatory%20and%20antioxidant%20effects

[5] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2982259/

[6] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23122119/

[7] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995283/

[8] https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ptr.2612

[9] https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/chamomile-benefits-for-skin#skin-benefits

[10] https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/chamomile-benefits-for-skin#skin-benefits

[11] https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/chamomile-benefits-for-skin#skin-benefits

One of the oldest and most common herbs, the chamomile plant has been used for thousands of years as a remedy for a variety of health issues. Ancient preparations of chamomile included making tea from the plant’s flowers, and this is now the most common and easiest way to take chamomile in the modern day.

In this article, we explore different chamomile tea benefits for your health and wellbeing. Join us as we walk through the incredible qualities of this simple tea!

*Please always obtain advice from your doctor before treating any health issues*

*While we refer to scientific studies in the article, it should be noted that more research needs to be conducted on chamomile tea benefits*

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Chamomile tea offers rich health and wellness benefits, helping to relax the nervous system, reduce anxiety and stress, boost the immune system, and promote good mood.

• Chamomile tea for the Stomach

You know that feeling. You’re sitting down to relax after a big meal, looking forward to some TV or a quick nap. But then you notice your stomach feels a bit uncomfortable…

Well, that’s the moment to reach for some chamomile tea. For centuries chamomile tea has been used as a remedy for stomach issues – from indigestion to gas, nausea to motion sickness and more, people have turned to chamomile tea to help ease stomach symptoms.

Science shows that chamomile tea has many positive effects on our digestive systems. It reduces abdominal gas and bloating, it helps soothe inflammation in the stomach and it relaxes the muscles that move food through our digestive systems (which helps improve a number of common problems).[1] Some preliminary research shows that it might even have a protective effect against stomach ulcers.

At tofillo, we love to enjoy our Chamomile Tea at the end of a good meal alongside – very importantly – good company!

• Chamomile tea for Sleeping

Nowadays we all need more sleep, and higher-quality sleep too! Well, did you know that chamomile tea benefits your sleep in not just one, but two ways?

First, drinking a few cups of chamomile tea daily causes an increase of an amino acid called glycine in your body. Glycine has been shown to have mild sedative effects, helping you sleep better.[2]

In fact, glycine supplements are commonly sold to help with sleep. With chamomile tea, you can get this benefit direct from nature instead! We would recommend drinking it in the evenings to get the best effect for your sleep.

Second, chamomile tea contains a compound called apigenin. When apigenin connects to certain receptors in your brain it creates a mild tranquilising effect.[3]

Now we know what you’re thinking – ‘tranquilising’ doesn’t sound very mild! But studies show that the tranquilising effect from chamomile tea won’t knock you out. Instead, it’s helpful for improving the quality of your sleep, so your sleep is deeper and less disturbed…

• Chamomile tea for Anxiety

We live in busy and pressured times and we all experience anxiety sometimes. A herbal remedy can be an easy way to soothe your mind and body, and chamomile tea can help with this…

We know that a key chamomile tea benefit is its calming effect, and that this is one of the reasons it has been used since ancient times. Indeed, the science now supports this. A recent study in 2016 showed that long-term use of chamomile extract significantly reduced moderate to severe symptoms of generalised anxiety disorder (GAD).[4]

Amazingly, in another study, also with chamomile extract, patients showed a nearly 50% decrease in their anxiety scores.[5] So while chamomile tea can’t get rid of your anxiety completely, it can certainly help to alleviate some of the symptoms.

For us, we find it helpful to take a small break during a stressful day, even for just five minutes, and relax with a cup of our Chamomile Tea.

• Chamomile tea for Inflammation

Inflammation is the buzzword on everyone’s lips.

Scientific research has shown us that inflammation plays a role in a range of health issues, especially with our modern lifestyles (processed foods, increased pollution, lack of sleep) contributing to increased inflammation in the body.

In a 2009 study, researchers found that drinking chamomile tea reduced inflammation indicators in the blood.[6] It is now widely accepted that a key chamomile tea benefit is that it helps reduce the symptoms of inflammation.[7]

Chamomile tea’s ability to help reduce symptoms of inflammation can have a wide-ranging impact. It can help to prevent or alleviate the symptoms of conditions such as premature skin aging, heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s and arthritis.

That’s a powerful punch for such a simple tea!

• Chamomile tea for Immunity

At tofillo, we love to keep our Chamomile Tea on hand during the winter months. It’s a delicious and easy way to look after our health! In fact, did you know that chamomile tea is great for your immune system, particularly at this time of year?

A study in 2005 showed that drinking chamomile tea daily had an antibacterial effect in participants’ immune systems.[8] The results suggested that chamomile tea contained compounds that actively fought cold infections and boosted the immune system.

Interestingly, the protection from the chamomile tea lasted not only while the participants drank the tea each day, but also for up to two weeks after the participants stopped drinking the tea.

• Chamomile tea for Skin

Chamomile tea has been used since ancient Egypt as a topical (external) remedy for skin issues. However, chamomile tea benefits the skin from the inside also.

Chamomile contains a variety of antioxidants such as flavonoids and polyphenols. These antioxidants help protect the skin from environmental damage caused by pollution and sun exposure.[9] Environmental damage to the skin can cause premature ageing, dryness and other issues.

While chamomile tea by itself can’t completely protect your skin from this damage, it can help in your overall ‘system’ of protection. So if you’d like to see some healthier skin from the ‘inside out’, add a cup of chamomile tea to your beauty routine!

• Chamomile tea for Heart Health

As we’ve mentioned earlier in this article, chamomile tea contains a lot of antioxidants. Antioxidants have a wide range of benefits, and one of these is that they protect heart health. They help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, which means that they also help to reduce your risk of heart disease.

A study in 2015 showed that patients who drank chamomile tea three times a day and immediately after their meals experienced important heart health improvements.[10] They saw a significant decrease in total cholesterol, triglyceride and low-density lipoprotein (LDLs) levels in their blood.

By including chamomile tea as a regular part of your diet, you could be helping to protect your heart health.

• Chamomile tea for Diabetes and Blood Sugar

It seems like the chamomile tea benefits never end! Because chamomile tea can also help your blood sugar.

The study we mentioned above, in the section on heart health, also showed chamomile tea’s positive effect on blood sugar levels.[11] After drinking chamomile tea three times a day after meals, for eight weeks, participants saw much lower blood sugar levels compared to another group who drank only water.

Indeed, because of chamomile tea’s anti-inflammatory properties (see section 4 above, on inflammation), it can even prevent damage to your pancreas.[12] This is incredibly helpful in managing blood sugar levels, because the pancreas is the organ that is responsible for removing sugar from the bloodstream.

So all in all, a useful tea to include as part of your management of blood sugar!

• Chamomile tea for Menstrual Cramps

The final benefit of chamomile tea we wanted to mention is for any women reading this article.

We mentioned in section 2, on sleep, that drinking chamomile tea increases glycine in your system. Glycine is an amino acid that also helps to relieve muscle spasms. Because of this effect, glycine production from chamomile tea helps to relieve menstrual cramps.[13]

That’s something to keep in mind during those difficult days of the month!

Final Thoughts

So there you have it – nine incredible chamomile tea benefits for your health and wellbeing!

We hope you learned something interesting and that you might consider drinking more chamomile tea on a daily basis to experience its benefits.

We recommend drinking chamomile tea from whole chamomile flowers to obtain the best aroma and remedial properties of the plant. Processing the flowers to create a powder, which is often used in chamomile tea bags, can decrease the beneficial properties of chamomile tea.

At tofillo we use only whole chamomile flowers. If you’re interested to try our Chamomile Tea you can purchase it at our online store…

FAQ for Chamomile tea

• What is chamomile?

Chamomile is an aromatic herb with medicinal properties that belongs to the Asteraceae family.

• What are the main uses of chamomile as an herbal tea?

Some of the basic uses of chamomile as an herbal tea: It soothes stress, improves sleep, relieves digestive problems, can be used to relieve headaches and sore throats, and has antioxidant properties.

• What are the healing properties of chamomile according to traditional medicine?

According to traditional medicine, chamomile has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and sedative properties and is used to relieve stress.

• How can chamomile be used to relieve severe stress?

It can be prepared as an herbal tea or its essential oil can be used. For the decoction, add 1-2 teaspoons of tea to 200 ml of warm water (just before the boiling point), leave it for 5-10 minutes before drinking it. The oil can be dissolved in a diffuser or added to your bath (in either case a few drops will suffice).

• What is the role of chamomile in skin care?

Chamomile has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that make it ideal for skin care. It can be used as an extract in cosmetic products, creams, lotions and oils for the face and body. It helps to treat acne, inflammation and irritation, as well as to moisturize and rejuvenate the skin.

We hope you enjoy it!

[1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995283/#R53

[2] https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/01/050104112140.htm

[3] https://www.sleepfoundation.org/best-tea-for-sleep

[4] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27912875/

[5] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19593179/

[6] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2784024/

[7] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2784024/

[8]https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/01/050104112140.htm

[9] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995283/

[10] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25194428/

[11] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25194428/

[12] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995283/

[13] https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/01/050104112140.htm

In developed countries, 20% of adults have experienced sleep problems at some point in their lives. The percentage is impressive and increasing and it may be easy to identify some of the causes of the phenomenon, such as stress, bad sleep habits, excessive consumption of food or a caffeinated beverage just before bedtime, but the most important thing is to know the ways its treatment.

Sleep is one of the most instinctive and essential functions of the human body for a normal life, with health and mental stability. Experts talk to us about the “sleep hormone”, melatonin and how it regulates and affects the quality of our sleep, secreted mainly in the evening and decreasing with age. We, however, have to find a way to get the right weapons to deal with insomnia and stress that mainly causes it.

Herbs, allies of our calm

Studies from time to time suggest various natural ways that could help achieve a night of restful and restful sleep. Herbal teas are undoubtedly part of, perhaps in some cases the very solution to the problem. Herbs with a long tradition of centuries, which from early man was recognized and distinguished for its calming and relaxing properties.
Chamomile, Lavender, Valerian, Louisa, Honeysuckle. Let’s get to know 5 herbs that have been proven to contribute to the relaxation of our body!

Chamomile the badge

One of the most famous herbal teas in the world. Its name comes from the Greek words hamai and apple, meaning the apple of the ground! Its medicinal properties have been known since antiquity with references to ancient Greece, Egypt, and Rome. The British Herbal Medicine Association (Bradley British Herbal Medicine Association) among other things states that it can be used in mild cases of insomnia.

Aromatic lavender

Lavender essential oil with insect repellent and antioxidant properties is one of the most used in the perfume, soap, cosmetics and aromatherapy industries. The aroma of lavender helps us to relax and calm down, as well as an herbal tea with lavender.

Valerian the relaxing

Another famous herb, with medicinal properties for centuries, used traditionally as a mild sedative. It is an herb that is recommended for the treatment of insomnia and is also considered as a mild anxiolytic. Unlike most herbs, valerian’s hidden power lies in its roots.

Lemon Verbena the Royalty

Beautiful and with a royal name, lemon verbena stands out among the herbs for its intense and lemony aroma. Known for its calming and chewing properties, it is one of your tastiest choices as an ally for getting a good night’s sleep.

The impressive honeysuckle

The large and impressive leaves of honeysuckle are used in various ways from cooking and confectionery to the preparation of drinks, herbal teas and essential oils. It is traditionally recommended for the treatment of mild sleep disorders, as a sedative, and for the treatment of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.

A few extra tips for restful sleep

Drinking herbal tea before bed may help, but a few extra tips will complete the process for a night of ideal sleep.

• First, create the right atmosphere. You can light a scented candle and reduce the light intensity.
• Close screens and devices, which cause stimulation in the brain and various thoughts.
• Make herbal mixtures from the above herbs according to your mood and tastes.
• Take a warm bath, relax and sit on your couch with a hot mug, with the drink you made.

Discover with your sense of smell all the aromas that emerge and indulge in the botanical journey offered by your mug.

Make a gift to yourself

When the stress and problems of everyday life overwhelm you, give yourself time and space. A book and a relaxing herbal tea for companionship are the perfect choices for relaxing before bed.

And when sleep finally does not come?

The problem of insomnia can become much more complex and in some cases chronic causing significant problems in human health. In these cases, we should seek immediate medical help preventing further pathological problems such as cardiovascular.