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Chamomile
Extract

Moderate study situation·7/10
A higher score indicates better study conditions, but not necessarily effectiveness.

Chamomile extract is a popular herbal remedy known for promoting relaxation, sleep, and digestive comfort.

dose range
400–1600 mg
1–2 doses/day
Consumption
Take with or without food, or as a tea. 1–4 cups of chamomile tea (made with 1–2 g dried flowers per cup) is typical.
Not fat-soluble.
Best time
Take 30–60 minutes before bedtime for sleep benefits; digestive uses may be timed before or after meals.
Description

Chamomile extract, derived from the flowers of Matricaria recutita or Chamaemelum nobile, has been used for centuries in herbal medicine to aid sleep, relieve anxiety, and soothe digestion. Commonly consumed as tea or capsules, it contains active compounds such as apigenin and bisabolol, which contribute to its calming and anti-inflammatory effects.

benefits
Main effects with level of evidence
Moderate
Note on evidence

Human studies support benefits for sleep and mild anxiety, with limited but promising evidence for digestive and anti-inflammatory effects.

Supports Sleep and Reduces Insomnia

Moderate

Chamomile extract can help improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms of insomnia, especially in older adults, likely through mild sedative effects of apigenin.

Particularly relevant for: Adults with poor sleep · Older adults · Shift workers

Reduces Mild Anxiety

Moderate

Chamomile has been shown to reduce symptoms of mild to moderate generalized anxiety disorder, with clinically meaningful reductions versus placebo.

Particularly relevant for: Individuals with mild anxiety · Adults under stress

Soothes Digestion and Gastrointestinal Discomfort

Limited

Chamomile may relieve mild gastrointestinal discomfort such as indigestion, bloating, gas, and diarrhea, likely due to anti-inflammatory and muscle relaxing actions.

Particularly relevant for: Individuals with mild digestive upset · People with irritable stomach

Provides Mild Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects

Limited

Chamomile contains flavonoids and terpenoids that may exhibit anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity, potentially aiding in mild inflammatory conditions.

Particularly relevant for: People with inflammatory conditions · Individuals seeking antioxidant support

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