German Chamomile -Blue Matricaria recutita- Flower Tea -25 Tea Bags ZIN 516218-

Chamomile is nothing if not versatile. The dried flowers of this plant, native to Europe and Asia, are used in teas, shampoos, and skin-care products. Most chamomile grown in North America is of the German variety - the same type studied by Commission E. There's also an English chamomile, also known as Roman chamomile, that the commission didn't approve for traditional health use. Chamomile is a relative of yarrow, another herb that won Commission E's seal of approval. - Potential Health Benefits - Commission E credits chamomile with calming digestive issues and infections. Used externally, it combats skin complaints, deodorizes, and promotes the rejuvenating of wounds. Chamomile tea is a traditional favorite for bringing on sleep and tranquilizing jangled nerves. - Scientific Evidence - Chamomile flowers contain antispasmodics and anti-inflammatory agents. The active chemicals in chamomile are concentrated in the essential oil, wh - Hot tea brewing method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 tea bag for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the pot, cover and let steep for 2-4 minutes. Pour into your cup; add milk and sugar to taste. - Iced tea brewing method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 5 tea bags into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea itself. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into the serving pitcher straining the tea bags. Add ice and top-up with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. - TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium-quality, natural source products that use only the finest, purest and most potent ingredients found around the world. TerraVita is hallmarked by the highest possible standards of purity, pot