Evidence supporting the use of: Roman Chamomile
For the health condition: Insomnia
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) has a long history of traditional use as a calming herb, commonly employed to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, stress, and insomnia. Its use in teas and aromatherapy for promoting relaxation and sleep dates back centuries in European folk medicine. The sedative effects are often attributed to its volatile oils, particularly apigenin, which is believed to interact with benzodiazepine receptors in the brain to induce mild sedation.
However, scientific evidence specifically supporting Roman Chamomile's effectiveness in treating insomnia is limited. Most studies investigating chamomile's effects on sleep have focused on German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita), with only a handful of small, low-quality trials examining Roman Chamomile directly. These studies suggest a potential mild benefit for sleep quality, but methodological limitations and small sample sizes prevent strong conclusions.
Major clinical guidelines do not currently endorse Roman Chamomile as a primary treatment for insomnia due to insufficient high-quality evidence. Nevertheless, its historical use for sleep and relaxation remains widespread, and it is generally considered safe for most people when consumed in typical doses, such as in teas or through aromatherapy. In summary, Roman Chamomile's use for insomnia is supported primarily by traditional use, with limited scientific validation.
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