Thyme: A Powerful Healing Herb
Thyme, a fragrant Mediterranean herb, is prized not only for its flavor but also for its wide-ranging health benefits. Used for centuries as a natural remedy, thyme can help ease many common ailments.
It’s especially effective for respiratory issues like colds, flu, cough, bronchitis, asthma, and nasal congestion. Thyme soothes sore throats, clears sinuses, and relieves headaches. It reduces inflammation from arthritis and muscle pain, improves digestion, and combats bad breath.
Thyme also treats skin infections, nail fungus, insect bites, and minor wounds. It supports oral health by easing gingivitis and toothaches and boosts mental wellness by easing anxiety, promoting sleep, and lifting mood. Additional benefits include lowering high blood pressure and bad cholesterol, improving insulin sensitivity, and helping with urinary tract infections.
Try This Remedy:
Thyme Tea with Lemon and Honey
Steep 1 teaspoon of dried thyme in hot water for 10 minutes. Add lemon and honey. Sip warm for soothing relief.