Chamomile Tea

I remember the many times my mother would be making Chamomile tea for me when I would get Boo-Boo belly or would have a nervous stomach. It is so soothing. It seemed to calm the spirit and calm the stomach. With a little honey, it was almost like a special treat. When stomach ailments struck... this was her first plan of action. I did this with my children, also, and still follow this today.

Years ago Chamomile did not come in tea-bags. My mother had to simmer the flower heads and strain to make the tea. Sometimes I will buy the tea-bags, but I prefer to simmer and strain, just as my mother did. I buy in bulk, so I have it always on hand. I don't have to have Boo-Boo belly to enjoy the light flavor and soothing aroma.

Chamomile is noted to assist in soothing and relaxing the nerves, helps sleep, helps in digestion, good for flatulence-gas, headaches, colds, makes a mild eyewash and is a good mild liquid to be consumed, when there is fever.

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Tea bags are available at most grocery stores.

To make strained Chamomile Tea:

Take two cups water with two teaspoons chamomile flower heads and simmer in a non-metal pot. Strain with cheese cloth and serve immediately. Honey could be added if desired, but only a little.