Thyme Leaf 

Also Known As – Thymus vulgaris L.

Organically Grown USA

Overview - A Biblical association with thyme is the Christ-child's manger, Christian tradition holds with good cause that thyme was among the 3 or 4 herbs upon which Mary and the Child bedded in Bethlehem of Judea, and so it has become an herb to be in the gardens of churches and monasteries.

• Around 3000 BC the Sumerians were using it as a medicinal ingredient, and the Egyptians included it among the herbs and spices used in mummification. The Greeks used thyme as a temple incense (the word thyme comes from a Greek word meaning "to fumigate", and both they and the Romans praised its healing virtues. During the Middle Ages thyme was considered a symbol of courage, and knights rode into battle wearing scarves on which their ladies had embroidered sprigs of the herb.

Medicinal Uses - Used for sinusitis and asthma. Eliminates gas and reduces fever, mucus, and headaches. Good for chronic respiratory problems, colds, flu, bronchitis, whooping cough, and sore throat. Lowers cholesterol levels. Good to relieve coughs, and whooping cough. Externally, helps sprains and strains.

• A poultice can be made from the leaves of thyme that will combat all forms of inflammation and infection. Effective against hookworms. Rub the extract between the toes daily for athlete's foot. Used externally, the extract can be used daily for crabs, lice, and scabies.
• Taken internally by standard infusion, thyme is a first-rate digestive, febrifuge and liver tonic. Anti-spasmodic and nervine, it is held to cure a wide range of psychological disorders, even insanity. Hysteria, halitosis and assorted female ailments, especially mastitis, loss of appetite.
• Thyme baths are said to be helpful for neurastenia, rheumatic problems,, paralysis, bruises, swellings, and sprains. The salve made from thyme can be used for shingles.

Other Uses – Thyme can repel insects and moths. It is companion plant to eggplant, tomatoes, and potatoes when planted nearby in the garden. Thyme is a favorite of bees.

• Used externally, it is helpful for tumors, dental decay, plaque, thrush, tonsillitis, halitosis, deep wounds, bruises and as an ingredient in relaxing baths that alleviates nervous exhaustion. It is said to be effective for destroying skin parasites, such as scabies, crabs and lice.
  

Parts Used – Leaves and flowers

Precautions - Pregnant and nursing women should not use Thyme, as it is a uterine stimulant. Habitual and excessive usage (many times the recommended dosage) is not recommended, as it may cause gastric irritation, headache, dizziness, convulsions and coma. Thyme should not be taken by people with heart problems nor by those who suffer with seizure disorders or epilepsy. Those who are allergic to members of the mint family (thyme, basil, sage, marjoram, etc.), should avoid this herb.

Suggestions - Infusion: steep 1/2 tsp. fresh herb or 1 tsp. dried herb in 1/2 cup water for 3 to 5 minutes. Take 1 to 1 1/2 cups per day, a mouthful at a time.

• Oil: take 10-20 drops, 3 times per day.
• Bath additive: make a strong decoction and add to the bath water.

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