Chamomile

Chamomile is one of the oldest favourites amongst garden herbs and its reputation as a medicinal plant shows little signs of abatement. Chamomile is considered a safe plant and has been used in many cultures.

A mouth rinse with chamomile might relieve mouth sores caused by cancer treatments. Some research suggests that chamomile could help with other conditions, like diarrhea in children, hemorrhoids, anxiety, and insomnia. When used on the skin, chamomile might help with skin irritation and wound healing.

Some research has documented that it may be as effective as hydrocortisone cream for eczema. Traditionally, chamomile has been used for centuries as an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, mild astringent and healing medicine. It is also effective in arthritis, back pain, bedsores and stomach cramps.