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uses for thyme

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Stormy Stewart
Mio, MI

Below are 5 uses for thyme complete with recipes

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Ingredients For uses for thyme

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How To Make uses for thyme

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    Wounds You can wash and disinfect a wound with thyme tea or with a cup of warm water containing 3 to 5 drops of the essential oil
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    Window insect strips To deter insects from coming in through the winder make paper strips- from a roll of paper towels, or cut lengths of cotton ribbon, put a drop of essential oil on each one and hang them above the window. Use one of more of the following oils . Basil,Cinnamon,Lavender ,Lemongrass ,Peppermint ,Thyme ,Rue
  • 3
    Thyme Vinegar Thyme vinegar is used in cooking and also makes an invigorating facial rinse. Stuff a glass bottle with thyme, fill with cider vinegar, and seal tightly. Then leave in a sunny window for several weeks, shaking occasionally.
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    Thyme and Peppermint mouthwash Thymol, one of the constituents of thyme, is contained in antiseptic mouthwashes and peppermint is almost ubiquitous in mouthwashes and toothpaste. You can prepare a very effective mouthwash by adding about 3 drops each of the following oils (12 drops total), diluted in 1 teaspoon of brandy to a cup of warm water: Helps to prevent plaque and gingivitis Swish well but do not swallow. Chamomile,Peppermint ,Tea Tree, Thyme
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    Thyme tea Wild thyme tea is recommended for cough, hangover, flu, and sore throat. Thyme has primarily been used respiratory ailments for its infection-fighting and cough suppressive qualities. Thyme honey is ideal for sweetening herb teas. You can wash and disinfect a wound with thyme tea or with a cup of warm water containing 3 to 5 drops of the essential oil.
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