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There are numerous varieties of thyme that differ in their chemical composition. \u201cAll are antiseptic and antispasmodic. They contain approximately from 1 to 2 % of essential oils,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0specifies Julien Duchesne, pharmacist and founder of a Herbalist shop. Duchesne also proposes using two varieties in an infusion, the regular thyme and the lemony thyme, which is softer. To stop the onset of a cold, calm a cough or facilitate digestion after a\u00a0meal<\/a>, include 1 teaspoon per cup of herbal tea, cover and let it infuse for 5 - 10 minutes before filtering out. We can give lemony thyme to children over the age of 18 months. \u201cThe thyme is self-sufficient, it is not necessary to use it in mixture,\u201d<\/em> specifies the pharmacist. Add it at the end of cooking (to stir fried vegetables or saut\u00e9ed potatoes) or use it to season salads even.<\/p>

The hydrosol of an aromatic plant is extracted during its distillation. It contains the hydrosoluble agents of the vegetable and a small quantity of essential oil. Do ensure that you buy hydrosol without conservatives, that is intended for consumption. We find numerous varieties of hydrosol of thyme. The easiest to use for its sweetness is the hydrosol of thyme with linalool. \u201cIt is a good disinfectant, which we use in its pure form to clean small wounds. Half mixed with some physiological salt solution, it allows us to cure colds. It is also useful for gargling or as mouthwash if we have a sore throat or mouth ulcers,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0explains the pharmacist.<\/p>

In this case, dilute 1 tablespoon in 1\/2 glass of water. Additionally, you can have 1 teaspoon a day in a glass of water for one month to strengthen the immune system.<\/p>

The essential oil (H.E) of regular thyme with linalool is anti-infective soft but effective and has to be applied \u201cinternally to stop intestinal infection or externally to alleviate ENT issues,\u201d<\/em> indicates Julien Duchesne. Use for no more than 3 or 4 consecutive days. To take internally, place 1 drop in 1 teaspoon of honey 2 to 3 times a day. For external use, mix it with other essential oils (eucalyptus radiata, tea tree) for a synergistic effect. Pour 2 drops of each into 1 teaspoon of olive oil and massage<\/a> the throat area\u00a0twice a day. \u201cThe eucalyptus is mucolytic, and the thyme is antibacterial as is the tea tree.\u201d<\/em><\/p>

We find numerous other varieties of thyme distilled in essential oil. Thyme with thujanol, although more difficult to find and more expensive, is rather soft<\/a>. It is an excellent antibacterial (effective for the gynaecological infections) and an anti-viral ingredient. Thyme with thymol is a very powerful disinfectant, and has to be used with caution because of its causticity. Do not take H.E. of thyme if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is also not suitable for children younger than 3 years.<\/p>

Martine Azoulai<\/em><\/p>

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