Camomile

This herb has long been used to prepare a gently soothing tea.  It is anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and infection fighting and can benefit both the inside and outside of the body.  It promotes general relaxation and relieves anxiety and alleviates insomnia.  It calms digestive upsets, relieves cramping and relaxes nerves.  It also works externally on the skin for sunburn and rashes and the mucous membranes of the mouth and eyes relieving sores, gum diseases and inflammation.  It helps treat a wide variety of gastrointestinal complaints including heartburn and inflammatory bowel disease.