8 Health Benefits of Thyme

Thyme is one of the herbs that has a thousands-of-years-long history of medicinal and health-boosting use. From ancient Egypt to the modern supermarket spice shelf, thyme has been with us for time immemorial. Its benefits are numerous and remarkable. Eight of the most prominent among them are briefly outlined below.

1. An Anti-Acne Agent

Thyme’s anti-bacterial prowess, when aided by a days-long soak in a glass of pure alcohol, is incredible. The resulting “tincture” has been found, at least by one U.K. study, to have significant positive effects in the war on acne.

2. Lowering Blood Pressure

The extract of certain Afghan and Pakistani …read more