Indications for the use of herb thyme
Thyme contains essential oils, tannins, flavonoids and other active substances.Instructions for using thyme will helpbrew the herb correctly. Photo: Getty Thyme has an expectorant and antimicrobial effect. It is used as an additional remedy in the treatment of inflammatory processes of the throat and mouth and infectious and inflammatory diseases of the respiratory tract. It contains tomil, which liquefies phlegm and helps to cough up. Thyme helps with wet and dry coughs. It is effective for the following problems:
- colds;
- hoarseness;
- bronchial asthma;
- bronchitis;
- tracheitis;
- bronchopneumonia;
- gingwite;
- pharyngitis;
- stomatitis;
- tonsillitis;
- nervous disorders;
- insomnia;
- rheumatism;
- bruises.
The herb is not used for liver and kidney diseases, high acidity and stomach ulcers.
Instructions for the use of herbs thyme
The decoction is prepared simply. Pour 3 tbsp.dry herb 1 cup boiling water. Cover the container with a lid and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Cool the infusion and strain through cheesecloth. Bring the resulting infusion to 200 ml with boiled water. Shake well before use. Take the infusion orally 1 tbsp three times a day. Always take thyme decoction before meals. If you purchased filter bags, then pour 1 sachet with ½ cup boiling water and leave for 10-15 minutes in a closed container. Squeeze the bag and bring the volume of the solution to 100 m. Take the resulting solution orally ½ cup three times a day. To gargle, use ½ cup thyme infusion three times a day. The full course of treatment is at least 14 days.
Can I take thyme in children
When children have a cold, take a herbal bath withusing thyme. Warm vapors help with a severe cough. In case of poor sleep and hyper excitability, also give your baby a bath in the evening. For children, thyme is used as a sedative, disinfectant and antiseptic. It is not recommended for a child under 12 years old to take thyme infusion internally. There are special ready-made preparations on sale that contain a minimum dose of thyme. In this case, according to the instructions, such preparations can be taken by children from 3 years old. Children over 12 years old can take thyme: the instructions for using the herbal decoction for children advise reducing the dose of the herb by 2 times. In order not to harm the body, take thyme infusion in the recommended doses and do not exceed them on your own. See also: