Thyme

[Jen]

Thyme ( Thymus vulgaris )

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And when you've stopped laughing click the link below to see a real picture of Thyme

www.hrt.msu.edu/course/HRT204L/VEG_ID/Thyme.jpg


" Will ye go lassie go, and we'll all go together, to pluck wild mountain Thyme, all around the blooming Heather. Will ye go lassie go"

This is what springs to my mind when I think of this Herb. I really haven't had much experience with this Plant, even though I have some growing in my garden. So I am learning as much about it as anyone. Please add anything you can think of that I've missed out, as I'm sure I have.

Medicinal Properties

• Antiseptic
• Tonic
• Expectorant
• Antispasmodic

The volatile oil of Thyme is strongly antiseptic and can be used as an internal and external disinfectant. It is ideal to use for treating fungal infections and an infusion can be taken for minor throat and chest infections. For coughs make an infusion using 25g of fresh or dried Herb to 1 pint of boiling water, let simmer in a lidded container for 10 mins and drink up to 5 cups a day. You can also make a wonderful cough syrup by taking equal amounts of the infusion and mixing it with Honey. Infuse the Thyme for 15 mins, strain through a muslin cloth squeezing out as much liquid as possible. Pour into a pan and add the Honey ( I used 500ml of infusion with 500g of Honey ). Gently heat, stirring continuously, until all the Honey has dissolved, remove from heat and leave to cool. Pour into sterilized bottles using a cork stopper to seal and store in a cool, dark place. Can be stored for up to 6 months. Take 20ml 3 times a day.
For sore throats you can chew the fresh Leaves ( COOL!)
For fungal infections such as athletes foot;mix 5 drops of the essential oil with 1 teaspoon of Marigold ointment and apply 1-2 times a day. As a general remedy for all fungal infections such as thrush and ringworm mix 2 parts Echinacea tincture to 1 part Thyme tincture and take 1 teaspoon twice a day with water. Please research this method prior to using as I can’t be held accountable.

You can apply the freshly squeezed juice from the Leaves to alleviate itching from insect bites. And to ease an aching back, make an infusion using 25g of Herb to 750ml boiling water, strain and add to your bath. Soak for 20 mins. This will also act as a stimulant.

CAUTION:

Do not take the essential oil internally and do not use the essential oil during pregnancy!

Magical Properties:

Emotional balance, to help align balance between give and take, promotes health,purification, protection, inner strength and emotional courage