Thyme Materia Medica

Thyme is a member of the Labiatae family and as such it overcomes the watery element with strong air and warmth processes.

Thyme has a wide sphere of influence which includes the nerves, stomach, bowels, respiratory system and uterus. It is a reliable agent for increasing urine flow and treating infection, worm infestation and for deodorizing secretions. Warm thyme tea comforts the stomach and enlivens the spirits. When treating childhood disorders, thyme is administered in small, frequent doses. Thyme is a sedative and tonic for the nerves which may prove useful in the treatment of wide range of nervous complaints including facial
neuralgia and paralysis.

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