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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 cant 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
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