Thyme has been used since ancient times in cooking,
cosmetics and natural medicine. Thyme fights respiratory infections and winter
fatigue. It also helps digestive comfort and has extraordinary virtues for
health and beauty. It effectively fights against free radicals and thus
prevents the emergence of heart diseases and some cancers and several
degenerative diseases due to aging. In addition, thyme (especially dehydrated)
is very rich in iron that participates in the formation of red blood cells and
vitamin K that participates in coagulation and bone formation. Thyme is a
well-known aromatic medicinal plant that is found in most gardens in Western
and Southern Europe. Very common in the wild and recognizable by its
distinctive and intense aroma is incomparable. It has very small white or pink
flowers, clustered in dense clusters up to 40 cm high. Finally, thyme is one of
the richest antioxidant plants, including zea-xanthine and lutein.
Composition
of thyme
The thyme components are quite numerous, especially in its
essential oils: thymol, a powerful anti-infective, geraniol, antifungal and
antiviral (for the skin), linalool, antifungal (for candidiasis-like conditions)
and vermifuge. Essential oils contain various components, and paracymene (or
p-cymene, analgesic) and borneol in particular.
thyme in high proportion of vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C
and vitamin K, and iron, potassium and calcium minerals for the main ones.
Thyme still contains flavonoids (apigenol, luteolol, etc.)
For each nutrient, the tables provide information on the
average quantity * as well as the minimum and maximum quantities * per 100 g
net of thyme.
Components
|
Qty.
|
Min - Max
|
Water
|
65.1 g
|
NC
|
protein
|
5.56 g
|
NC
|
lipids
|
1.68 g
|
NC
|
Saturated fatty acids
|
0.47 g
|
NC
|
carbohydrates
|
10.5 g
|
NC
|
fibers
|
14 g
|
NC
|
Vitamins
|
Qty.
|
Min - Max
|
Provitamin A Beta carotene
|
2850 µg
|
NC
|
Vitamin A Equivalent
|
475 µg
|
NC
|
Vitamin B1
|
0.048 mg
|
NC
|
Vitamin B2
|
0.47 mg
|
NC
|
Vitamin B3
|
1.82 mg
|
NC
|
Vitamin B5
|
0.41 mg
|
NC
|
Vitamin B6
|
0.35 mg
|
NC
|
Vitamin B9
|
45 µg
|
NC
|
Vitamin C
|
160 mg
|
NC
|
Vitamin E
|
1.7 mg
|
NC
|
Minerals and trace elements
|
Qty.
|
Min - Max
|
Calcium
|
405 mg
|
NC
|
Copper
|
0.56 mg
|
NC
|
Iron
|
17.5 mg
|
NC
|
Magnesium
|
160 mg
|
NC
|
Manganese
|
1.72 mg
|
NC
|
Phosphorus
|
106 mg
|
NC
|
Potassium
|
609 mg
|
NC
|
Sodium
|
9 mg
|
NC
|
Zinc
|
1.81 mg
|
NC
|
Polyphenols
|
Qty.
|
flavonoids
|
60.3 mg
|
Phenolic acids
|
103.5 mg
|
Total polyphenols
|
163.8 mg
|
Benefits
and medicinal properties of thyme
- A powerful antimicrobial
- An effective antifungal
- Effective against acne
- An ally against aging
- Reduces stress
- Fight against hypertension
- Thyme treats bronchitis
- It relieves skin inflammation
- Thyme against anxiety
- He would fight against hair loss ...
Thyme has no particular contraindications.
Its use is not recommended for people with allergies to plants of the labiate
family (mint, sage, rosemary, etc.) and children under 6 years.
During pregnancy
and breastfeeding, women should also avoid the consumption of thyme tea.
Finally, never consume pure essential oil of thyme orally, and use it only
diluted on the skin.
To enjoy all its benefits, thyme honey is ideal to protect you against many infections, especially winter respiratory infections: cold, flu, bronchitis ... Thanks to its expectorant properties, this honey will also help you clear your airways ! It is also effective against various digestive infections, such as gastroenteritis ... if you want to fight against a skin infection, apply honey directly to your skin. Against acne, it is recommended to make a mask with thyme honey, for about twenty minutes a day. Rinse thoroughly: your skin should be cleansed after a few sessions ... thyme honey is known for its great healing properties. It is thus commonly used to accelerate the healing of more or less severe wounds, some burns, skin ulcers or bedsores ... Your lesion may need another type of treatment depending on its severity. In practice, you must first thoroughly clean your wound with hydrogen peroxide (or saline). You can then directly spread the honey on the wound and cover all with a protective pad But beware, before using it, it is advisable to seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
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