Chamomile Tea

Chamomile tea, made from the flowers of the herb chamomile (or camomile), babunphul in hindi, infused in hot water, is considered a mild sleep aid. It has been used through the ages for its many other medicinal qualities, such as anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties.

Ancient Egyptians grew chamomile to treat a variety of ailments. They believed chamomile was a sacred herb associated with the sun god, Ra, and would present offerings to appease Him. Although now we associate chamomile with drowsiness, they used it for gastrointestinal disorders and women's ailments. They also treated liver disorders, kidney stones, and sour stomach by drinking tea or taking the extracted oil as a medicine.