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Chamomile

Overview​

Chamomile tea provides apigenin, a flavonoid that binds to benzodiazepine receptors, supporting calm and sleep onset without sedation. Apigenin (from chamomile tea) binds to benzodiazepine receptors, supporting calm and sleep.

Recipes​

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Substances​

no substances found

Preparation Notes​

  • Best consumed as tea in evening
  • Steep 5-10 minutes for optimal extraction
  • Part of sleep-supportive evening routine
  • Can be combined with other calming herbs

Biological Target Matrix​

No biological targets found for food: Chamomile

References​

  • Apigenin (from chamomile tea): Binds to benzodiazepine receptors, supporting calm and sleep Kramer and Johnson 2024
  • Herbal teas (e.g. chamomile for apigenin, lemon balm, tart cherry juice)
  • Evening(Wind-down, sleep prep): Herbal teas (e.g. chamomile for apigenin, lemon balm, tart cherry juice)