Evidence supporting the use of: Roman Chamomile
For the health condition: Emotional Sensitivity

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) has a long history of traditional use for promoting emotional well-being, calming nerves, and soothing symptoms related to emotional sensitivity such as irritability, anxiety, and mild stress. In folk medicine, chamomile preparations—often as teas, essential oils, or tinctures—have been used for centuries to support relaxation and emotional balance. The plant’s mild sedative effects are attributed to its volatile oils, including apigenin, which interacts with certain receptors in the brain and may contribute to its calming properties.

However, while there is some scientific research on chamomile’s general anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) and sedative effects, most clinical studies have focused on German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita), not Roman Chamomile. Evidence for Roman Chamomile’s specific influence on emotional sensitivity or mood is limited and largely anecdotal or based on historical usage rather than robust scientific validation. Some small studies and reviews suggest potential benefits of chamomile extracts (usually not specifying Roman or German) for mild anxiety or insomnia, but these do not directly address emotional sensitivity as a distinct condition. Overall, the use of Roman Chamomile for emotional sensitivity is rooted primarily in traditional herbal practice rather than strong scientific evidence.

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