Why Herbal Tea Really Is Hot Stuff; Fighting Cancer, Curing Colds

According to new research, there's more to a cup of camomile tea than you may think. Scientists have just discovered that camomile - renowned for its soothing, calming qualities - can also ward off colds and acts as a mild sedative to ease muscle cramps. Used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes, the herbal tea, made from the scented flowers and leaves of the camomile plant, now has scientific analysis behind its healthy reputation. Researchers at Imperial College, London, gave 14 volunteers, both men and women, five cups of camomile tea daily for two consecutive weeks. It was found that drinking the tea increased levels of hippurate, a by-product of certain plant-based compounds known as phenoli... [Cancercompass News: Cancer Nutrition]

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