By Namita S Kalla | January 13, 2025

10 health benefits of chrysanthemum, the nutritious edible flower

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Chrysanthemum contains flavonoids like luteolin and quercitrin. It offers potent anti-inflammatory effects, reduces arthritis and chronic inflammation

Anti-inflammatory properties

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chrysanthemum provide strong antioxidant protection, reducing oxidative stress and lowering the risk of chronic cardiovascular disease, cancer

Antioxidant effects

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It used to treat eye disorders, improving vision, alleviating eye strain, and promoting health in conditions like dim-sightedness and eye infections

Supports eye health

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Chrysanthemum tea is widely consumed for respiratory conditions, helping treat colds, sore throats, and upper respiratory infections 

Helps combat respiratory infections

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The flowers may help lower blood pressure through their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, contributing to better heart health and circulation

Regulates blood pressure

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It contains quercitrin and myricetin, which exhibit anti-cancer properties by inhibiting cancer cell growth and promoting apoptosis in malignant cells

Anti-cancer 

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Essential oils in chrysanthemum, such as β-humulene, have antibacterial and antiviral properties, help treat infections 

Antibacterial and antiviral effects

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Chrysanthemum is used in traditional medicine to relieve headaches and migraines, believed to clear "heat" and "wind," providing natural pain relief

Relieves headache

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 Chrysanthemum extracts protect the skin from environmental stressors, reducing wrinkles, and promoting an even, healthy complexion

Reduces wrinkles

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Chrysanthemum tea has mild sedative effects. It helps reduce stress and anxiety while promoting  calmness for mental well-being after stressful days

Stress relief