Thyme

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Safe for aromatic use
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Safe for topical use
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Safe for internal use

Oil Category: Single Oil

Family Name: Lamiaceae (Labiatae)

Affects these Body Systems: Immune system , Muscular system , Skeletal system

Usage: Aromatic, Topical, Internal

Contraindications: Skin irritation

Blends well with: Melaleuca / Tea Tree , Oregano , Rosemary

Element: Air

Method of the Extraction: Steam Distillation

Oil Chemical composition: phenols: thymol, carvakrol, monoterpene: p-cymene, gamma-terpinene, terpinolene, alpha-pinene, myrcene, oxides: 1,8 cineol, alcohols: linalool, borneol, tujanol, geraniol, sesquiterpenes: beta-caryophyllene, carboxylic acids: rosemary acid, triterpenic acids, ethers: methyl thymol, methyl carvakrol, ketone: camphor, also trace elements of mentone.

Part of the plant: Leaves, Stems, Flowers

Aroma: fresh, Strong, herbal

Taste: fresh, herbal

Properties:

Antibacterial
Antifungal
Antimicrobial
Antioxidant
Antiviral
Antiseptic

Description

Thyme – the oil of relaxation and forgiveness provides energy during physical weakness and stress, elevates mood and helps with depression. “I am in favor of quickly forgiving all wrongdoings and injuries, to move forward, I leave the pain and enter a world full of opportunities.”
Thyme is one of the most effective oils for cleansing the emotional body. From ancient times, it was used for embalming, in spas and temples, because they believed it gave courage. It also helps to deal with repressed emotions stored in a person for an extended period of time.
It can be used for:
* Respiratory problems, paroxysmal cough, upper respiratory tract infection: apply to chest and under the nose.
* Pain, rheumatism, arthritis, gout: to specific places.
* It stops the growth of bacteria: on affected areas, by spraying on solid surfaces.
* It relaxes the arteries: internally in a capsule.
* Reduces water retention in the body: internally in a capsule.
* Menstruation, reduces soreness, irritability and fatigue: to the specific areas.
* Stimulates estrogen production: internally in a capsule.
* Repels insects, parasites and worms: internally in a capsule.
Other uses:
This oil acts as a tonic for the nerves and stomach. It can also help with circulation, depression, dysmenorrhea, digestion, physical weakness after overcoming illness, flu, headaches, immunological functions, insomnia, rheumatism, urinary tract infections, viruses along the spine and wounds.