Multiple Benefits
Chrysanthemum is used as an antipyretic and as a treatment for vertigo, abscesses, fainting, lumbago, rheumatism, and intestinal gas. The juice from the leaves is often applied to wounds to alleviate swelling and pain. Such properties make chrysanthemum flower tea an ideal summer beverage, and it is popular among those who are prone to eyestrain due to long hours of computer usage. In addition, it is often drunk at meals because it aids digestion.
Traditionally, chrysanthemum is used to relieve mild fevers and headaches and to soothe sore throats. What's more, it has antibacterial and antiviral properties and is believed to detoxify the body and purify the blood.
The flower is said to improve vision and is used for a wide range of eye problems, such as sore eyes and eyestrain. The petals of chrysanthemum - which contain carotenoids, a type of antioxidant that can be converted by the body to vitamin A - are used to treat boils, dizziness, fever, and conjunctivitis.
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
Research is demonstrating chrysanthemum's heart-protective effects. Flavonoids in chrysanthemum have been found to help lower high blood pressure and dilate blood vessels. Chrysanthemum also seems to help lower high blood cholesterol levels.
Anticancer Effects
Chrysanthemum's many health benefits may be due to its high levels of different phytochemicals with powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer effects. These include chrysanthemum (cyanidin-3-glucoside), acacetin. luteolin, chlorogenic acid, and dicaffeoylquinic acids.
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