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melody |
Posted - Feb 25 2009 : 7:47:50 PM
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An infusion of Chamomile flowers is used as a hair shampoo, especially for fair hair. The flowers are sometimes added to cosmetics as an anti-allergenic agent. The dried herb is made into potpourri and herb pillows, and is burned for aromatherapy.
Applied externally as a wash or compress for skin inflammations, sunburn, burns, and added to bath for relaxing tired, achy muscles and feet, and softening the skin.
Ever try infusing oils? I use extra virgin olive oil and fill small muslin bags with either Chamomile or Calendula, drop that into a large covered jar and place in my cupboard for a few weeks. I then incorporate my infusion into the healing salve that I make. ![](icons/icon_smile_clown.gif)
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BeckySue |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 08:21:08 AM ~ Thank you FarmSisters for all this great info! I didn't know about making a "dampeninng off spray" for my seedlings! I must try that!
i have always LOVED Chamomile - it was the first herb i ever got acquainted with~TrueLove!
Love, BeckySue
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farmmom22 |
Posted - Mar 27 2009 : 8:57:17 PM I used catnip tea for my daughter too! My crazy pediatrician told me that I shouldn't but I did ayways. I also used Karo syrup for constipation and it worked.
You can also use chamomile tea to make a dampening off spray for your seedlings. I have the recipe on my blog.
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NudeFoodFarm |
Posted - Mar 23 2009 : 07:58:05 AM My babies had colic so bad it was insane and the best thing was Chamomile with Catnip tea. I breast fed but we would make the tea and put it in the small bottles and the babies could drink a couple of sips (thats all it took) to soothe their upset belly. We love Chamomile!
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sjs |
Posted - Mar 09 2009 : 8:06:11 PM I love my chamomile tea before bed... and during stressful moments. Good stuff.
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therusticcottage |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 09:04:33 AM I had a cup of chamomile tea last night when I couldn't sleep. This is another wonderful herb!
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dkelewae |
Posted - Feb 26 2009 : 05:38:23 AM Chamomile also makes a wonderful tea and is very relaxing. :)
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