Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

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Thyme was known as a medicinal plant from the early civilizations of the Mediterranean basin. Each Hippocrates and Dioscorides described its uses.
There are a number of kinds of Thyme, however the widespread Thyme is the one most used in aromatherapy. The oil is distilled twice, to take away irritant substances current within the plant.

Active Constituents of Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

Thymol
Carvacrol
Terpinene
Cymene
Borneol
Linalol

Thymol and carvacrol are the primary ingredients and, collectively, they make up about 60% of the volume of the essential oil.

Uses of Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
Culinary herb, antiseptic, digestive stimulant, disinfectant, diuretic, stimulant, helps insomnia, disinfectant.

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) As a culinary herb:
Delays the putrefaction of meat. Essential oil of Thyme slows down the proliferation of micro organism and prevents the meat broth inside by which the micro organism was cultured within the laboratory from going dangerous for three days.

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) as an Antiseptic

An intestinal antiseptic, valuable in gastric infections.

Used for treating colds, coughs and sore throats: Thyme is an excellent pulmonary disinfectant, useful for all respiratory infections. Thyme is very efficient against mouth and throat infections.

Useful for nostril, throat and chest infections when used as an inhalation or as a mouthwash or gargle. Thyme is effective towards bacteria that cause mouth and gum infections.

Thyme is a urinary tract antiseptic, useful for all infections of the bladder or urinary tract.

Use for disinfecting the hands before surgery. Thyme is a powerful antiseptic.

Thyme towards Infections
Thyme is effective in all forms of infection.

Thyme stimulates the manufacturing of white corpuscles, strengthening the body's resistance to invading organisms.

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) as a Stimulant
Thyme stimulates the circulation. It raises low blood pressure.

A digestive stimulant, useful for individuals with a sluggish digestive system.

Good for people who are fatigued, depressed or lethargic.

Stimulates the appetite. This is especially good for many who are recovering from a bout of illness.

Thyme helps to revive and strengthen both body and mind.

Thyme stimulates the mind and improves memory.

Miscellaneous makes use of of Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

Thyme, used in baths, helps insomnia.

Used for hair rinses, aromatic waters for the skin and in compresses for sores and wounds.

Thyme is typically used in hot compresses to relieve rheumatic pain. Additionally used for insect bites and stings.

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