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Chamomile Extract
The classic bedtime tea herb — chamomile has gentle calming effects that make it one of the most popular and well-tolerated herbal supplements for sleep and digestion.
Benefits
- +May help improve sleep quality and reduce insomnia
- +Has calming and anti-anxiety effects
- +Supports healthy digestion and may ease stomach cramps
- +Has anti-inflammatory properties
- +Rich in apigenin, which acts on GABA receptors to promote relaxation
- +May help with mild anxiety
Dosage & Cost
Range200–400 mg extract/day (or 1–2 cups chamomile tea)
Timing30–60 minutes before bedtime for sleep; with meals for digestive support
Daily cost0.05–0.20
German chamomile and Roman chamomile are both used — German chamomile is more commonly available and studied for supplements.
Side Effects
- !Can cause allergic reactions — especially in people allergic to ragweed, daisies, or chrysanthemums (same family)
- !May cause drowsiness
- !Can interact with blood thinners (contains coumarin-like compounds)
- !May interact with sedatives or anxiety medications
Food Sources
- • Chamomile tea (dried chamomile flowers)
- • Not a common food source beyond tea
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