Manzanilla is a substance popularly known as chamomile. It is an herbal infusion made from the flowers of the chamomile plant. A study that appeared in the January 2005 issue of the American Chemical Society's "Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry" confirmed many of the health benefits associated with drinking this herbal tea.
Benefits Inside and Out
According to the "Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine," Manzanilla tea promotes good digestion. For this reason, in many Latin American countries, restaurants serve Manzanilla tea with meals. Additionally, Manzanilla aids in relieving certain types of inflammation and swelling. You can also use Manzanilla to treat skin problems, including eczema and rashes. Relief for skin problems results from a topical application, not from the tea form. However, whether applying Manzanilla topically or drinking it as a tea, Manzanilla has many healing benefits both inside and outside your body.
Inflammation and Pain Relief
According to the "Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine," if you are a woman, you can use Manzanilla to relieve the discomforts associated with your monthly menstrual cycle. The anti-inflammatory quality of this tea helps to relax the cramps and even the feeling of bloating around the stomach area. Additionally, Manzanilla tea helps your body fight ulcers and stomach flu and can help relieve back pain.
Improves Immunity
Manzanilla tea helps boost the body's immune system by helping to fight off infections that may result from ailments such as colds. Additionally, Manzanilla helps improve your body's liver function.
Helps You Relax
With all of the health benefits attributed to Manzanilla tea, many people simply drink this tea to relax from a hectic day. In fact, the calming powers of this tea are so powerful that some people even use it to help with sleeping disorders. It can also help relax muscle twitches in your body. Another study conducted by London's Imperial College confirmed both the relaxation effects and the medicinal benefits of drinking Manzanilla tea.
References
- "Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine"; Michael Murray, Joseph Pizzorno; 1997
- "Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine: The Definitive Home Reference Guide to 550 Key Herbs With All Their Uses as Remedies for Common Ailments"; Andrew Chevallier; 2000
- TeaBenefits.com: Chamomile Tea Benefits
- ScienceDaily; Chamomile Tea: New Evidence Supports Health Benefits; January 2005
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