Chamomile vs Astragalus gummifer

Chamomile is one of the most widely consumed herbal teas in the world, known for its gentle calming and digestive properties. It has been used medicinally for thousands of years across Egyptian, Greek, and Roman civilizations. Its mild flavor and safety profile make it suitable for all ages.

Middle Eastern thorny shrub whose gum has been used for millennia as medicinal demulcent and food thickener.

Apigenin, Bisabolol, Chamazulene, Matricin, Luteolin

arabinogalactan, bassorin, tragacanthin, polysaccharides

Sleep aid, Digestive soother, Anxiety relief, Wound healing, Eye inflammation treatment

Demulcent in Greek medicine for 2000+ years, Cough remedy, Digestive complaints, Wound healing

Insomnia, Irritable bowel syndrome, Anxiety and stress, Skin inflammation, Oral mucositis

GI demulcent, Immune modulation, Prebiotic effects, Food additive

1-4 cups tea daily, or 220-1100mg capsule daily

1-2 g gum dissolved in water

Allergy to daisy family (Asteraceae), Concurrent use with blood thinners

None significant

Allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, Nausea at high doses, Drowsiness, Contact dermatitis

Bloating if taken in excess, Rare allergy