The oldest Egyptian medical text, called Ebers Papyrus, dates back to 1550 B.C., and it records the healing values of thyme.
The ancient Egyptians used thyme for embalming, and the ancient Greeks used it in their baths and temples; they believed that it brought on feelings of courageousness.
In the European Middle Ages, thyme was placed beneath pillows to aid sleep and ward off nightmares; the herb was also laid on coffins during funerals because it was believed that it provided a safe passage to the next life.
It boosts blood circulation to accelerate healing, improves memory and concentration, and raises blood pressure.
Its antibacterial properties kill various bacteria, including staphylococcus, and purifies the air from Proteus, streptococcus, staphylococcus, and cryptococcal.
It fights respiratory infections, coughs, colds, and the flu, bronchitis, sore throats, catarrh, asthma, and laryngitis.
Thyme essential oil boosts the secretion of mucus and relieves dry coughs.
Thyme essential oil offers many medicinal properties, like:
You can use it as a natural hand sanitizer, and in the form of a hot compress to soothe rheumatic pain, sciatica, sprains, muscular pains, sports injuries, and gout.
Dilute it and apply it on the affected area to relieve Athlete's foot, insect bites, and stings.
To improve the health and appearance of the hair, use it on the hair as a hair tonic.
Mix it with some other essential oil such as pine, lemon, lavender, rosemary, and grapefruit, and prevent skin irritations.
It destroys nail fungus.
To treats acne and warts, you can use it as a face wash.
Use 1% solution as an antibacterial spray for fresh produce.
Well, there it is, now have a good Thyme.
