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THYME
Articles by a Naturopathic
Doctor ( N.D.)
Thyme can help you beat
coughs, colds and congestion
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THYME |
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Thyme is a good
natural decongestant
& antioxidant |
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Thyme
was traditionally used as a
spice. It keeps food
from going bad and reduces
food borne illnesses because
it has antiseptic and
anti-fungal properties.
Thyme also soothes the
respiratory tract, reducing
coughs and congestion.
Thyme tea can be used as a
drink or, either the herb or
essential oil, can be used
as a steam inhalation for
the same purpose. |
Thyme
oil is a topical antifungal
for both the skin and scalp.
It is usually used today for
coughs, colds, asthma and
fungal infections.
Thyme can be
purchased as a loose
herb, spice or
essential oil. The
loose herb can be
made into a tea for
topical application
or internal use.
Thyme may be a part
of teas for upper
respiratory tract
infections. The
spice is often added
to dishes for
prevention of
bacterial
contamination.
The
essential oil of
thyme is a highly
concentrated
substance. When
using essential
oils, especially in
sensitive areas, be
sure to test the oil
first on a small
area. If necessary,
dilute the oil in
carrier oil, such as
olive, almond or any
cooking oil. Thyme
oil or herb can be
used for steam
inhalation.
Essential oils are
toxic when taken
internally. Thyme
may cause an
allergic reaction
when used topically
or internally.
Individuals with
ulcers, intestinal
inflammation or
other
gastrointestinal
conditions or those
with irritation in
the urinary tract
may not wish to use
thyme. |
Thyme– QUICK
FACTS
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PARTS USED
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Leaves,
essential
oil. |
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APPLICATIONS |
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Fungal
infections,
coughs,
colds,
congestion.
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OPTIMUM
DOSAGE
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Topically,
dilute oil
and apply as
needed,
Internally,
tincture
60-120 drops
daily.
(Clinical
doses may be
higher as
recommended
by your
practitioner). |
WORKS WELL
WITH
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Oregano,
colloidal
silver, tea
tree,
vitamin C,
mullein. |
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IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
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Do not use
the
essential
oil of thyme
internally,
except as a
gargle.
·Do
not use if
you are
sensitive to
plants from
the oregano
family.
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May cause
irritation
of the
gastrointestinal
or urinary
tract. |
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that while National Nutrition
supports your right to use
natural health care products for
any therapeutic purpose that you
see fit, that the information on
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