Thyme oil
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is widely cultivated for use in cooking but has also been used as a medicinal plant for centuries, especially as an antiseptic for respiratory diseases and digestive disorders.
Thyme oil is extracted from the aerial parts of the plant through a process of distillation. The main component of thyme essential oil is thymol, which has great medicinal properties. Thymol is a very powerful substance can be toxic if not used correctly.
This type of oils used in aromatherapy to treat many health problems. For this we use a diffuser or a stove to scent the air with a pleasant aroma, and incidentally, to seize the many medicinal properties of thyme.
Thyme oil is suitable for hot baths. Mixing of 20 to 40 drops in bath gel, incorporate it into a tub of hot water for 15 minutes will get a relaxing and oxygenating, thanks to the good circulation that results.
For massage and external applications use 20 drops of essential oil of thyme in a cup of vegetable oil of almond, jojoba or sesame. It is good to find the type of oil that one likes best to mix and prepare the massage oil it needs.
A few drops of oil of thyme in a cup of infusion of eucalyptus is a natural antiviral, antibacterial, antiseptic, respiratory stimulant and expectorant. It is also good for the immune system and is a natural energy tonic.
The properties of the essential oil of thyme are useful in cases of stomach upset, cramps, diarrhea and stomach problems for all in general.
Furthermore, its energy tonic action stimulates the brain and memory, is good for cases of weakness or chronic fatigue and low blood pressure rises.