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Most often we use it as a seasoning for meat, fish, sauces and potatoes. Few of us know how much positive it can do in the human body. Thyme, which has been used since ancient times, is found around the world in as many as 100 different varieties. In Polish kitchens, it is usually present in the form of thyme or lemon thyme. Discover the reasons why you should include this extraordinary herb in your daily menu!
In addition to its use as an aromatic spice in the kitchen, thyme also has other properties for which we should appreciate it. The best known are the anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ones, which is why thyme extract is so often found in sore throat and cough preparations.
Antibacterial help for colds
It will be effective for both wet and dry coughs as it has an expectorant effect. In addition to its pharmacy form in the form of ready-made medicines, you can brew its twigs yourself and rinse your mouth with the prepared mixture at least once a day. Thanks to this, we will quickly get rid of a sore throat or cough, because thyme will remove harmful bacteria.
Thyme for better digestion
Drinking thyme infusion can also be helpful in treating some ailments. Regular consumption of this herb in this form will help avoid constipation and diarrhea, and even soothe liver ailments and irritation of the digestive system. Since it is known for its digestive properties, it is worth adding it to bloating, fatty and hard to digest foods, such as fatty meat or beans.
Thyme extract for healthy teeth
If you have dental problems, this herb will help with exposed tooth necks and irritated gums. Therefore, in addition to rinsing the mouth with thyme infusion in the case of major bleeding problems, it is also good to look for liquids and toothpastes with this component in stores.
Other properties you probably don’t know about
In ancient times, when medicines were not so widely available, thyme sprigs accelerated the healing of cuts, insect bites and other wounds. It was also often used for colds, flu, asthma, or lung and bronchial diseases.
In addition to health benefits, thyme can also improve beauty and well-being – a sachet of boiled and cooled thyme placed on the eye will effectively reduce eye fatigue and dryness, it will also be a great cosmetic for acne and blackhead-prone skin. Washing your face with a cotton pad soaked in the infusion of this herb will allow you to enjoy smooth skin without blemishes. It is also a common ingredient in anti-dandruff shampoos, as well as preparations for oily hair. Inhalations with thyme wonderfully improve the mood and reduce the tendency to depression, which is why an aromatic bath with the addition of this herb is a good way to relax after a hard day.