Garden Thyme

thymus vulgaris
Labiatae
Mint Family

WARNING
Avoid using this herb, in medicinal quanities,
if you suffer from hypertension or when pregnant,
as it incourages menstruation.
Avoid using essential oil
externally or as aromatherapy when pregnant.

If too much is ingested, it can over-stimulate
the thyroid gland and lead to poisoning.

Blooming plant: Herba Thymi
Thyme Essential Oil: Oleum Thymi

Essential oil is up tp 50% thymol
(Thyme Camphor or thymi acid)
saponin, tannin, bitter princpal, thymic acid, and thymol.

If too much is in gested,
it can over-stimulate the thyroid gland and lead to poisoning.

Powerful antibacterial, antibiotic and diuretic properties.
Use externally or internally.
It helps eliminate wastes from the body.

Used in treating whooping coughs, warts,
rheumatism and acne.

Anti-moth
insect potpourri

Antiseptic, Tonic and Antiseptic healing for anemia
bronchitis and intestinal problems.

Externally for wounds used in baths to treat
children with rickets and scrofula.

Antispasmodic, asthma symptoms, bronchial, respiratory,
excessive mucus, phlegm, catarrh, bronchitis, digestive systen infections,
enamas for digestive problems, and indigestion.

Great astringent.

Diaphoretic
larygitis, tonsilitis, sinus congestion and headaches

Emmenagogue
amennorhea (induces menstruation)

Parasiticide
Destroys fungal infections such as
athelete's feet and skin parasites like crabs and lice.
Great insect repellent

Centuries ago Culpeper stated thyme kills worms in the belly,
an ointment of thyme takes away any hot swelling and warts.

Tonic
Intestinal system

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