Thyme is a herb. Its flowers, leaves, and oil are used as medicine. Thyme is sometimes used in combination with other herbs.
It is also a common agent in Ayurvedic practice.
Indian’s use it in its kitchen regularly and a known herb in Indian family.
Thymol is only slightly soluble in water at neutral pH, but it is extremely soluble in alcohols and other organic solvents.
It is also soluble in strongly alkaline aqueous solutions due to deprotonation of the phenol.
The Ancient Egyptians used Thymol in the form of a preparation from the thyme plant (a member of the mint family) to preserve mummies.
Thymol is now known to kill bacteria and fungi, making thyme well suited for such purposes.
It is also a common agent in Ayurvedic practice.
Indian’s use it in its kitchen regularly and a known herb in Indian family.
Thymol is only slightly soluble in water at neutral pH, but it is extremely soluble in alcohols and other organic solvents.
It is also soluble in strongly alkaline aqueous solutions due to deprotonation of the phenol.
Solubility in water: 0.9 g/L (20 °C)
Chemical formula: C10H14O
CAS Number: 89-83-8
Boiling point: 232 °C (450 °F; 505 K)
Thymol is now known to kill bacteria and fungi, making thyme well suited for such purposes.
In Ancient Greece, thyme was widely used for its aromatic qualities, being burned as incense in sacred temples.
Thyme was also a symbol of courage and admiration, with the phrase "the smell of thyme" being a saying that reflected praise unto its subject.
Thyme's association with bravery continued throughout medieval times, when it was a ritual for women to give their knights a scarf that had a sprig of thyme placed over an embroidered bee Since the 16th century.
Thyme oil has been used for its antiseptic properties, both as mouthwash and for topical application.
Thyme was also a symbol of courage and admiration, with the phrase "the smell of thyme" being a saying that reflected praise unto its subject.
Thyme's association with bravery continued throughout medieval times, when it was a ritual for women to give their knights a scarf that had a sprig of thyme placed over an embroidered bee Since the 16th century.
Thyme oil has been used for its antiseptic properties, both as mouthwash and for topical application.
The bee balms Monarda fistulosa and Monarda didyma, North American wildflowers, are natural sources of Thymol.
The Blackfoot Native Americans recognized these plants' strong antiseptic action, and used poultices of the plants for skin infections and minor wounds.
Uses of Thymol
Thymol is taken by mouth for bronchitis, whooping cough, sore throat, colic, arthritis, upset stomach.The Blackfoot Native Americans recognized these plants' strong antiseptic action, and used poultices of the plants for skin infections and minor wounds.
Uses of Thymol
Stomach pain (gastritis), diarrhea, bed-wetting.
A movement disorder in children (dyspraxia), intestinal gas (flatulence), parasitic worm infections, and skin disorders.
For Ear and Tooth Ache
To ease a dreaded ear pain, two
drops of ajwain oil are enough. For instant relief from tooth-ache, gargle with
a mix of lukewarm water, 1 teaspoon of (ajwain) Thymol and salt.
Simply inhaling the
fumes of burning ajwain or Thymol seeds can do wonders for an aching tooth.
Besides this,
it acts as a great mouth wash and maintains good oral hygiene.
For Cleaning Wounds
A component called thymol or ajwain
seeds acts as a strong fungicide and germicide. Thus, ajwain seeds can be
crushed and applied on the skin to treat infections or cuts.
It is also used to increase urine flow (as a diuretic), to disinfect the urine, and as an appetite stimulant.
Some people apply thymol directly to the skin for hoarseness (laryngitis), swollen tonsils (tonsillitis), sore mouth, and bad breath.
Thyme oil is used as a germ-killer in mouthwashes and liniments. It is also applied to the scalp to treat baldness and to the ears to fight bacterial and fungal infections.
Thymol, one of the chemicals in thyme, is used with another chemical, chlorhexidine, as a dental varnish to prevent tooth decay.
In foods, thyme is used as a flavoring agent.
In manufacturing, red thyme oil is used in perfumes. It is also used in soaps, cosmetics, and toothpastes.
Thyme oil is used as a germ-killer in mouthwashes and liniments. It is also applied to the scalp to treat baldness and to the ears to fight bacterial and fungal infections.
Thymol, one of the chemicals in thyme, is used with another chemical, chlorhexidine, as a dental varnish to prevent tooth decay.
In foods, thyme is used as a flavoring agent.
In manufacturing, red thyme oil is used in perfumes. It is also used in soaps, cosmetics, and toothpastes.
How does it work?
Thyme contains chemicals that might help bacterial and fungal infections, and minor irritations. It also might relieve smooth muscle spasms, such as coughing.
Always consult a
Ayurvedic physician or anyone knowledgeable in essential oils before using one,
especially if you're suffering from any disease or are taking certain medications.
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