The use of Thyme is recognized to combat respiratory conditions such as colds, bronchitis or sore throats. Thyme also helps against certain digestive disorders. Finally, it is stimulating and can be used during periods of fatigue. Latin name: Thymus vulgaris L. Part of the plant: leaves.
This article was updated on 08/02/2023In case of Cold, Flu
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
In an aromatic bath
Boil 500 g of leaves in 3 L of water for 3 minutes. Leave to infuse off the heat for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter and add to bath water.
Plants often associated
In case of Dyspepsia, Difficult digestion, Digestive disorders
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of Bad breath
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Gargling
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Filter and let cool. Use the preparation as a gargle.
Plants often associated
In case of Muscle pain
Recommended modes of use
In an aromatic bath
Boil 500 g of leaves in 3 L of water for 3 minutes. Leave to infuse off the heat for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter and add to bath water.
Plants often associated
In case of' Asthenia, overwork, fatigue
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
In an aromatic bath
Boil 500 g of leaves in 3 L of water for 3 minutes. Leave to infuse off the heat for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter and add to bath water.
In case of' Angina, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Bronchitis, Sinusitis, Laryngitis, Sore throat
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of' Asthma, Cough, Wet cough
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of Bloating, Flatulence
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of Cystitis, Urinary tract infection
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of' Canker sore, stomatitis, gingivitis
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Gargling
Pour 1 teaspoon, or about 1.5 g, of dry leaves per cup of water. Leave to infuse for 10 to 15 minutes. Filter and let cool. Use the preparation as a gargle.
Plants often associated
In case of Rheumatism
Recommended modes of use
In an aromatic bath
Boil 500 g of leaves in 3 L of water for 3 minutes. Leave to infuse off the heat for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter and add to bath water.
Plants often associated
In case of Wound
Recommended modes of use
In an aromatic bath
Boil 500 g of leaves in 3 L of water for 3 minutes. Leave to infuse off the heat for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter and add to bath water.
Plants often associated
Properties and active components
Properties
- expectorant (thymol, carvacrol)
- cough suppressant
- antispasmodic (flavonoids)
- antiseptic (thymol)
- antibacterial (thymol, carvacrol)
- antifungal (thymol, carvacrol)
- digestive
- stomachic
- general stimulant
- anti-oxidant
Active components
- Tannins
- Essential oils: thymol, carvacrol
- Flavonoids: apigenin, luteolin, thymonin, cirsilineol
- Phenol acids: rosmarinic, caffeic, chlorogenic acid
- Triterpenes: oleanic acid, ursolic acid
Precautions for use
Baths are contraindicated in cases of skin injuries or fever.
Botanical
Thyme, famous farigoule of the Provencal scrublands, is part of the family of Lamiaceae. Under a shrub 20 to 30 cm high, you just need to rub it very lightly to realize its very aromatic character. It has woody, erect stems which include numerous branches. His leaves, small and tough, are opposite and are not more than 1 cm. They are dotted with transparent glands containing all the essences of the plant. They have the particularity of being rolled up on the edges, with a downy and whitish appearance.
The ideal climate for growing Thyme is one mediterranean climate. As a result, Thyme grows wild throughout the French Mediterranean region. It likes the limestone and clay soils of rockeries and maquis. Thyme flowers in the summer and gives small pink flowers close together, attracting bees. The main producing countries of Thyme are France, l'Spain, there Poland and the Morocco.
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