Ziziphus Mauritiana vs Chamomile

Small tree widespread in tropical Asia and Africa producing edible fruits used medicinally in Ayurvedic and African traditional medicine for digestive and sedative conditions.

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.

jujuboside B, ziziphine, ursolic acid, flavonoids, vitamins

Apigenin, Bisabolol, Chamazulene, Matricin, Luteolin

insomnia, digestive disorders, fever, wound healing, nutritive

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

sedative, digestive tonic, wound healing, nutritive

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

Fruit consumed freely or 5–10g bark decoction

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

sedative medications, allergy

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

drowsiness, mild digestive upset

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