So glad to have found this article in the Farmers Almanac.
You already know thyme is a popular culinary spice, but did you know that this companion of parsley, sage, and rosemary also has many healing properties? Herbalists have been using thyme for centuries to cure a wide variety of ailments. Here’s a look at just a few of the ways this powerful herbal remedy can be used:
Antibacterial – A topical preparations of thyme tea natural antibacterial that can be used to gently disinfect cuts and abrasions.
Antifungal – In addition, topical preparations of thyme tea can help to combat fungal infections such as athlete’s foot, yeast infections, and ringworm.
Antioxidant – Thyme contains several known antioxidants, including polyphenols and flavonoids, just like green tea, as well as thymonin, luteolin and apigenin.
Digestive Aid – Thyme eases stomach upsets, fights intestinal parasites and promotes a healthy digestive tract.
Eye Wash – Press a cloth soaked in warm thyme tea on your eyes to cure styes and help to fight aid pink eye or conjunctivitis.
Expectorant – Thyme tea can help treat chest infections by clearing away mucus and soothing air passages.
Muscle Relaxer – Thyme can help to soothe and relax muscles cramps, including menstrual cramps.
Sedative – Thyme can help to lower cortisol levels in the body, which helps. A nightcap of thyme tea can improve the quality of sleep and ward off nightmares.
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