Content
- 1 Why is thyme tea useful?
- 2 Can pregnant and lactating women drink tea with thyme?
- 3 Is thyme tea good for children
- 4 How to make thyme tea properly
- 5 Thyme tea recipes for the treatment of colds
- 6 Slimming thyme and mint tea
- 7 How to dry and when to harvest thyme for tea
- 8 Harm of thyme tea and contraindications
- 9 Conclusion
The benefits and harms of thyme tea, the healing properties of this medicinal plant are known to connoisseurs of traditional medicine, as well as to those who like to drink healing infusions. This natural healer has other names: thyme, Bogorodskaya grass. The antiseptic properties of the essential oils of this plant are used in the form of fumigation with smoke. But in most cases, an aqueous infusion of thyme and its addition to black and green tea is used as an aromatic and flavoring additive, as well as as a remedy.
Why is thyme tea useful?
Thyme has long been used in folk medicine for its beneficial and medicinal properties. Thyme is used as:
- antiseptic;
- expectorant;
- anti-cold and antiviral;
- antipyretic;
- diaphoretic;
- diuretic;
- pain reliever;
- immunostimulating;
- anthelmintic;
- antifungal;
- fortifying;
- sedative (sedative).
Plant composition:
- essential substances (thymol);
- bioflavonoids;
- tanning components;
- vit. group B (B1, B12, B5, B6, B2);
- vit. FROM;
- organic acids;
- mineral components (calcium, iron, selenium, manganese, potassium).
Thymol has strong bactericidal properties. Tannins (tannins) have an astringent, anti-inflammatory effect. Among the acids, it is worth highlighting ascorbic acid and its benefits for blood vessels and maintaining immunity. B vitamins normalize nervous activity. Potassium is good for the cardiovascular system. Iron is essential for blood formation. Bioflavonoids have antioxidant and protective properties.
Infusion with thyme is used for medicinal purposes:
- with bronchitis, tracheitis, bronchopulmonary diseases;
- with influenza, acute respiratory viral infections, acute respiratory infections, angina, fever, whooping cough, tuberculosis;
- from migraines and dizziness;
- with dysbiosis, intestinal atony, inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (ulcers, enterocolitis);
- from skin diseases of an infectious, fungal and parasitic nature;
- neuralgic diseases, radiculitis, neuritis;
- in case of iron deficiency anemia;
- from infectious lesions of the urinary system (cystitis, urethritis);
- against helminths;
- with inflammatory diseases of the genital organs (vaginitis, cervicitis, prostatitis);
- hyperfunction of the thyroid gland;
- cardiovascular diseases, peripheral circulatory disorders.
An aqueous infusion of thyme is used as a gargle in the treatment of infectious and fungal diseases of the oral cavity: for stomatitis, inflammation of the gums, larynx and nasopharynx.
In women's practice - as douching.
Thyme is especially useful for smokers. Cleans the bronchial mucosa from nicotine resins, thanks to its expectorant properties. Reduces the risk of bacterial infections of the respiratory system. Beneficial as a strengthening agent for the vessels damaged by nicotine. Thyme tea normalizes blood pressure.It is used for insomnia and as a sedative. Pillows are stuffed with Bogorodskaya grass to improve sleep. In addition to water infusion, an alcoholic tincture is also prepared for rubbing with radiculitis and neuralgia.
For women
Thyme is used with benefits for the female body in gynecological diseases, as a herbal remedy with strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Thyme is especially useful in cases of bacterial infection. With complex treatment, the infusion of Bogorodskaya grass helps to improve the condition, reduce the temperature, remove the focus of inflammation and improve the work of the affected organ. The analgesic properties of thyme are essential, due to which it is possible to reduce the dosage and the possible harm from taking synthetic painkillers.
For men
Thyme infusion is beneficial for prostatitis. Relieves inflammation, relieves pain. Strengthens potency, improves blood circulation. Serves as a prophylactic agent for cardiovascular pathologies. As you know, it is the male part of the population that is more susceptible to heart attacks and strokes, especially in old age.
For prostatitis, thyme is best used in combination with other herbs that are used for this disease. The healing properties of thyme with ivan tea are enhanced. These plants are good at relieving inflammation. Usually they buy fermented willow tea, with a richer flavor. In tsarist Russia, fireweed (Koporye tea) was exported in tons to Europe and was in great demand, also due to its beneficial effects on the male body without harmful side effects. The medicinal infusion can be brewed in a thermos or a teapot.
Can pregnant and lactating women drink tea with thyme?
During pregnancy, you should take thyme infusion with caution so as not to harm your health. It is not recommended to drink strong infusion of the plant.
This medicinal plant can be consumed during lactation. Thyme tea during breastfeeding helps to increase the quality and quantity of breast milk. When using an infusion with thyme, it is necessary to exclude allergic reactions to the plant.
Is thyme tea good for children
Children from 3 years old will not harm thyme if the dosage is reduced 2-3 times. It is used after consultation with a pediatrician or doctor for colds, coughs and fever. Used as a gentle herbal temperature-lowering agent. The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of thyme contribute to the early recovery of the child, especially when combined with other herbs.
How to make thyme tea properly
The benefits and harms of thyme tea largely depend on how and in what the drink was prepared.
Thyme, like any medicinal plant, is best brewed in a thermos for medicinal purposes. Dosage: 3 tablespoons per liter of water.
Brew with hot water not exceeding 80 ° C. Insist for at least 2 hours. As a flavoring and aromatic additive, a light prophylactic and fortifying agent, a thyme drink can be prepared like ordinary tea (in a teapot or even immediately in a mug). It is necessary to let it brew for some time.
Black tea with thyme
Thyme in tea brings tangible benefits to the body, therefore, in the absence of direct contraindications to taking this medicinal plant, you should add the medicinal drink to your diet as often as possible. Thyme has a pleasant aroma, improves the taste of the drink.
Black tea is used as an astringent for intestinal disorders and food poisoning: tannins help to bind and remove harmful substances from the intestines. The tannins of thyme enhance this healing effect by adding anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Black tea with thyme is also useful for the prevention of colds. In this case, it is necessary that the herb of thyme in the drink is sufficient for a healing effect.
Green tea with thyme
Green tea contains biologically active and beneficial substances for the body. You should also consider caffeine, the content of which is quite high in some teas. Theobromine and caffeine have tonic properties, increase blood pressure. There are more such active components in green tea than in black.
When adding thyme, the drink becomes more aromatic and beneficial for the heart and blood vessels.
The overall vitamin and mineral composition and antioxidant properties of the tea are enhanced. The anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties are also improved.
Herbal tea with thyme
When they say "tea", they usually mean the usual black, green, less often white tea. Infusion of medicinal herbs is also called "tea", with the addition of the word "herbal". At the same time, tea itself, as a separate plant, may not be present in such a drink.
To increase the diaphoretic, antipyretic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and expectorant action of thyme, oregano and coltsfoot are added to it. The resulting herbal infusion is used in cases where it is necessary to cope with colds, flu, sore throat, SARS. Such a healing drink improves sputum discharge in case of bronchopulmonary diseases, sweating increases, and normalizes body temperature, which contributes to the speedy cleansing and recovery of the body from an infectious disease. This is the benefit of herbal tea with thyme and oregano.
Thyme tea recipes for the treatment of colds
In addition to oregano and coltsfoot, in the treatment of colds and viral infections are used:
- mint;
- raspberry;
- blooming Sally;
- St. John's wort;
- Linden;
- rosehip;
- chamomile;
- sea buckthorn;
- cranberry;
- Icelandic moss, etc.
Medicinal herbs have antibacterial, antiviral and tonic properties. Their use has helped humanity survive to the era of antibiotics.
Before the industrial production of sugar, natural honey was used, which also has antimicrobial properties and is beneficial in the treatment of colds and other diseases.
Recipe for anti-cold medicinal herbal tea with lemon and honey
- Take in equal shares: thyme, raspberries (fruits and leaves), St. John's wort, linden, rose hips and Icelandic moss.
- Pour the mixture into a liter thermos and fill it with hot water not exceeding 80 ° C.
- Insist 4-6 hours.
- Take a glass 3-5 times a day half an hour before meals.
- Cool before use, add juice from half a medium lemon.
- Drink with honey.
Natural honey loses most of its beneficial properties if it is stirred in boiling water.It is better to use it alone or at a temperature of the drink not exceeding 50 ° C. Vitamin C from lemon and plants is also degraded when exposed to temperatures above 80 ° C. It is recommended to prepare the infusion fresh every day. Or keep in a thermos for no more than 2 days.
Slimming thyme and mint tea
The beneficial properties of thyme and mint tea are used in a healthy diet for weight correction. Regular consumption of this drink improves intestinal motility and digestion processes. Mint is prized for its pleasant taste and rich aroma. It has antispasmodic properties and is useful for the liver. Herbal tea with thyme and mint improves the general condition of the gastrointestinal tract, normalizes metabolism, this helps to reduce excess weight.
How to dry and when to harvest thyme for tea
Thyme is harvested during flowering from June to autumn. Dried in the fresh air until the branches become brittle. Or in an electric dryer at temperatures up to 40 ° C.
The shelf life of dried raw materials is 3 years.
Harm of thyme tea and contraindications
Long-term, daily consumption of herbal thyme tea is not recommended. You should also not prepare too concentrated an infusion so as not to harm yourself.
Contraindications to use:
- allergy;
- individual intolerance;
- acute kidney and liver diseases;
- hypofunction of the thyroid gland;
- severe hypertension.
Pregnancy is a relative contraindication.
Conclusion
The benefits and harms of thyme tea have long been known and time-tested. The drink is used for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes. The main application is in the treatment of colds and bronchopulmonary diseases. Thyme is drunk both separately and together with other medicinal plants. Can be brewed in a thermos and in a regular teapot. Thyme drink is not harmful to health when used wisely. Herbal tea is fragrant and good for the body.
