Chamomile Bath Salts

This morning I made a batch of soothing chamomile bath salts. Chamomile Benefits defines the top three benefits of the sweet flowering herb:

There is a wide range of benefits from regular use of chamomile. Three of the top benefits include this herb's anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, and anti-bacterial properties. Chamomile comes from the plant commonly known as passionflower. There are different varieties however. Most of the world uses the German variety for medicinal purposes. Britain commonly uses the Roman variety. Both provide the same benefits. They contain the active ingredient, chrysin. This activates the chamomile benefits described in medical texts from Ancient Egypt through modern times. Long known in traditional medicine, modern medicine is finally waking up to the fact that chamomile is a valuable medical option.

Chamomile's anti-inflammatory properties help with alleviating inflammatory bowel disease, heartburn, and diverticular disorders. It also helps alleviate external inflammation when applied as a poultice or part of a cream. Inflammation is part of the body's defense mechanisms to protect against pathogens and other foreign invaders. Most inflammation goes away quickly. However, chronic inflammation can cause many medical conditions, inside and out. One of the significant chamomile benefits is its ability to help bring down inflammation for both acute and chronic problems. Many find that taking chamomile pills helps keep chronic inflammation under control.

This herb's anti-spasmodic properties help to treat muscle and nerve disorders as well as anxiety and insomnia. Antispasmodics are any drug or herb that helps relax muscles and prevent muscle spasms. Because chamomile helps to relax muscle tension, it provides a relaxing effect on the mind as well. That is what helps anxiety and insomnia soothe away. Many people with chronic insomnia or anxiety report they become tense as part of the condition. Relaxing is almost impossible. Using chamomile benefits helps them to relax and let the tension slide away. This is one of its oldest uses in the world of traditional medicine.

Chamomile's anti-bacterial properties fight certain bacterial infections. Many active ingredients in chamomile offer effective ways to fight off certain bacterial varieties. Current scientific studies show it is an effective option for curing mouth ulcers as a mouthwash due to these properties. Many use it in topical cream preparations on wounds. Others report drinking chamomile tea helps cure a variety of internal infections. It is important to use chamomile wisely and to find a reliable supplier. You want only the purest extracts, powders, and capsules. That will ensure that you get only the best chamomile benefits possible. Add chamomile to your list of herbal remedies today.

To make the chamomile bath salts...

Ingredients:
2 C. epsom salt
1 C. course sea salt
1/2 C. baking soda (aluminum free, if possible)
20 drops chamomile essential oil

1/2 C. dried chamomile flowers

Directions:
- Combine the epsom salt, sea salt, and baking soda in a glass bowl. Mix well.
- Add essential oil. Mix well.

- Add dried flowers. Mix well.
- Store in glass jars until ready to use.