Chamomile tea may help women live longer
A new study suggests that women who regularly consume chamomile tea may benefit from a significantly lower risk of death. Scientists from the University of Texas studied the connection between mortality and chamomile use among over 1,600 elderly Mexican-Americans. After accounting for socioeconomic, medical and lifestyle factors, they found that women who reported consuming chamomile in tea or supplement form had a 29% lower risk of death than those who didn't. There were no notable effects on mortality among men. Scientists speculate that the effects may be caused by the plant's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce anxiety and depression, thereby lowering the risk of infections, cancer and negative psychological states.