Thyme Leaf
Thyme leaf is one of the most useful ‘kitchen medicine’ herbs. In tea it’s traditionally used for cough and throat comfort, and in food it supports digestion and adds big flavor without sugar. It’s also a great blend partner: thyme adds punch to mullein, marshmallow, lemon balm, and honey-lemon teas.
Key Benefits
- Supports cough and throat comfort (supportive)
- Traditional respiratory comfort herb (supportive)
- Warming digestive support after meals (supportive)
- Easy daily culinary use for wellness routines
Common Issues It May Help With
- Cough comfort (supportive)
- Sore throat irritation (supportive)
- Seasonal stuffiness (supportive)
- Indigestion (supportive)
How To Use (Simple)
- Tea: steep 1–2 tsp dried thyme for 8–10 minutes (covered). Culinary: add to soups, roasts, beans, and sauces. For a throat blend: thyme + honey + lemon in warm water.
Taste / Notes
Savory, aromatic, slightly minty, pleasantly pungent.
Evidence Level
Thyme has traditional support and some evidence for symptomatic respiratory relief in certain preparations (e.g., syrups/blends). Tea and culinary use are supportive, not curative.
Cautions
Generally safe as food and tea. Avoid ingesting thyme essential oil. If pregnant/breastfeeding, culinary use is typically fine; avoid high-dose extracts unless clinician-guided.
Interactions
No major interactions at culinary/tea levels for most people If on anticoagulants, keep intake consistent and avoid concentrated extracts If reflux-prone, strong herbs may irritate—test tolerance
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