Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) has a long history of traditional use for various respiratory conditions, including allergies such as hay fever. In folk medicine, chamomile has been used as a tea, inhalation, or topical application to soothe symptoms associated with respiratory distress and allergic reactions, primarily due to its reputed anti-inflammatory and calming effects. The rationale for its traditional use centers on its content of bioactive compounds like apigenin and chamazulene, which have mild anti-inflammatory properties. However, while laboratory studies have indicated some potential anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory actions of these constituents, there is little direct clinical evidence specifically supporting chamomile for treating respiratory allergies in humans. Most human data are anecdotal or derived from small-scale studies with methodological limitations. No major clinical guidelines recommend chamomile as a primary or adjunct therapy for allergic rhinitis or related respiratory allergies. In summary, chamomile’s use for allergies (respiratory) is rooted in traditional herbal medicine practices, with only minimal scientific investigation or validation to date.

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