Sleep disturbances are an important health issue that affects physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being. Sleep quality is a critical factor of influence on quality of life.
Clutter structure of sleep as acute even within 1 week; expose people to the risk of cardiovascular system diseases, especially hypertension, endocrine disorders particularly diabetes, and immune system disorders.
Chamomile flowers are taken as a strong tea for improving sleep and rest. It is often recommended for people with insomnia.
Chamomile is one of the most ancient medicinal herbs known to mankind. It is a member of Asteraceae/Compositae family and represented by two common varieties viz. Chamomile contains multiple active chemical compounds, including one called apigenin that has a mild tranquilizing effect once it binds to benzodiazepine receptors in the brain. It promotes sleepiness and reduce insomnia.
Study (published in J Educ Health Promot. 2017; 6: 53) showed that 4 weeks consumption of chamomile extract was significantly effective in improvement of sleep quality. Study also showed that 4 weeks consumption of chamomile extract had a medium effect to improve sleep disorder symptoms and daily performance of patients suffering from sleep disorders compared to placebo.
Chamomile tea for better sleep
