Thyme is the herb (dried aerial parts) of some members of the genus Thymus of aromatic perennial evergreen herbs in the mint family Lamiaceae. Thymes are relatives of the oregano genus Origanum, with both plants being mostly indigenous to the Mediterranean region. Thymes have culinary, medicinal, and ornamental uses, and the species most commonly cultivated and used for culinary purposes is Thymus vulgaris.
Thyme is a native to Southern Europe from Spain to Italy. Apart from Europe it is grown in Australia, North Asia, North Africa, Canada and USA. In India, it is cultivated in the Western temperate Himalayas and Nilgiris. Thyme prefers a mild climate, a mallow upland soil and grows best in the hills.
Helps us in preventing and curing the following:
- Thyme oil was used to medicate bandages as it contains a compound called thymol which has many medicinal benefits. A tea made by soaking the herb in water is very effective against cough and bronchitis.
- Thymol has been found to protect and significantly increase the percentage of healthy fats found in cell membranes and other cell structures
- Thyme also contains a variety of flavonoids that increase its antioxidant capacity.
- It is also an excellent source of iron and manganese and a very good source of calcium.
- It helps remedy chest congestion, cough, throat inflammation and toenail fungus. It is also used to treat wounds and infections.
- Fighting acne
- Lowering blood pressure
- Helping to alleviate cough
- Boosting immunity
- Disinfecting
- Repelling pests
- Aromatherapy
- Boosting mood
- Culinary uses
- Preventing bacterial infections
- Helping to treat yeast infections
- Possibly helping against certain types of cancer
Other Names:
Common Thyme, Farigoule, Farigoulette, French Thyme, Frigoule, Garden Thyme, Huile Essentielle de Thym, Huile de Thym, Huile de Thym Blanc, Huile de Thym Rouge, Mignotise des Genevois, Pote, Rubbed Thyme, Serpolet, Spanish Thyme, Thym, Thym Citron, Thym Commun, Thym des Jardins, Thym Maraîcher, Thym Vrai, Thym Vulgaire, Thyme Aetheroleum, Thymi herba, Thymus vulgaris, Thymus zygis, Tomillo, Van Ajwayan, Vanya Yavani,
Safety Information:
- For Natural Taste & Freshness, Keep it in cool and dry place.
- Avoid direct Sunlight & Do not Refrigerate.
- Store the contents in an Airtight Container after opening the package.
- All herbal medicine should be used under Medical Supervision only.
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