Thyme – Thymus vulgaris

Thyme can be used as a culinary as well as a medicinal herb. Thyme has antiseptic antispasmodic antibacterial anti-fungal and diuretic properties Thyme soothes coughs has antibiotic properties can be used in the treatment of wounds and asthma (inhale the vapor) Thyme can be used in the treatment of bronchitis, lung infections, cuts and bruises. Topical it can be used to increase blood flow to an area. You can make a gargle for sore throats. Thyme is also useful as a digestive remedy, warming for stomach chills associated with diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome.