So Thyme grows in nature. A lot of it grows in Russia in the South Urals
There is also another bunch of Thyme, which grows in nature in such colonies.
I harvest Thyme a lot in the summer - we drink tea, and it's good for treatment...
In the summertime, Thyme usually picks up several of these baskets for drying.
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MEDICINAL HERBS - PRIMARY OR CREEPING THYMUS.
Thyme or Thyme common or creeping. Scientific and Latin name - Thymus serpýllum. Harvesting of medicinal herbs occurs in late May and early June during the period when Thyme blooms. It is necessary to collect the grass carefully so as not to damage the root system - otherwise any violation is detrimental to the plant. Next, the herbs are dried, you need to be extremely careful, since the essential oils of Thyme have a very strong effect on the human body. It is better that in the room where the grass is dried - no one was there during the day. Storage in any opaque container, shelf life 2 years.
STORY
In ancient Egypt, Thyme was included in the composition for embalming. In ancient times, Thyme was a culinary spice for flavoring. The Greeks highly prized Thyme for its aroma. Dried thyme was burned in Orthodox churches as incense. In Europe, it spread thanks to the Romans who added leaves to cheeses and wine.
PROPERTIES
Since the 16th century, Thyme oil has been used as an antiseptic for oral and skin care. Thyme is a good medicine for colds and asthma, which also has an expectorant effect. Thyme also well removes cholesterol from the human body, including from the liver and outside (aorta).
APPLICATION
An excellent herb for making gastric tea and for clearing mucus from the lungs. Inhalation of thyme vapor strengthens the nerves of the ears, nose and brain, and also prevents loss of consciousness and stroke. Thyme compress also promotes a good night's sleep.
RECIPE
For the treatment of patients, 5% -10% thyme broth can be used. With the appointment of 50-600 ml / day of a decoction of thyme, the patient's mood improves, the painful manifestations of abstinence, palpitations, fear, and autonomic disorders disappear. Thyme also works very well to improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Additional use as tea - 1 teaspoon of thyme per 400-500 ml / liter of water with added honey. Drink no more than 3 times a week, then 1 week of rest.
(Translated via Google translator from Russian)
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