{"product_id":"thyme","title":"Thyme","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThymus vulgaris | Respiratory Comfort · Digestive Support · Oral Health\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"He who has thyme has everything.\" — Traditional European proverb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong before thyme became a staple of every kitchen, it was one of the most revered medicinal plants in the ancient world. The ancient Greeks burned it in temples as an offering to the gods. Egyptian physicians used it in embalming preparations, recognizing its remarkable antimicrobial properties thousands of years before germ theory existed. Medieval European monasteries cultivated thyme as their primary respiratory herb, and Hildegard von Bingen, the 12th-century physician-abbess, prescribed it for chest congestion, weak digestion, and depleted vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern phytochemical science has since validated much of that traditional reputation. The phenolic compounds thymol and carvacrol that give thyme its distinctive scent are now among the most studied natural antimicrobials in ethnopharmacology.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Thyme?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupported by multiple European clinical trials for respiratory comfort and productive cough response*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThymol and carvacrol disrupt bacterial membranes and biofilms — studied against Staph, Strep, E. coli, and Candida*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosmarinic acid provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity via COX-2\/5-LOX pathways*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural carminative — may support relief from occasional bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay support normal, healthy immune function*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmong the highest ORAC antioxidant values of any culinary herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognized in TCM for 1,000+ years as a Lung-warming, Kapha-pacifying herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOral health support — thymol is the original active ingredient in Listerine mouthwash, with documented clinical efficacy for plaque and gum health*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally rich in vitamin C and K1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure 1 tsp (2g) dried thyme leaf into an infuser or strainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour freshly boiled water (95–100°C) directly over the herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover immediately — thymol and carvacrol are volatile and escape with uncovered steam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep 8–12 minutes — longer than most herbs to fully release compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrain thoroughly and drink up to 3 cups daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTraditional tip: In European monastic medicine, healers always steeped thyme in covered vessels and encouraged inhaling the medicated steam before drinking. Try it: lift the cover, close your eyes, and breathe deeply before you sip.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplement Facts Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing size: 1 tsp (2g) dried loose leaf, approx. 45 servings per package. Key compounds: thymol, carvacrol, rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin. Nutritional values are approximate and vary by harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBundle With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThyme anchors our Respiratory Support collection — pairs naturally with Mullein and Elderberry, or Oregano for an immune-season duo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do I need to cover the cup while it steeps?\u003c\/strong\u003e Thyme's active volatile oils, thymol and carvacrol, escape with uncovered steam — covering the cup keeps them in your tea instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe during pregnancy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid therapeutic doses during pregnancy — thyme has traditional uterine-stimulating activity at medicinal concentrations. Culinary use in food is considered safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe if I have a thyroid condition?\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult your healthcare provider if you have hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, or take thyroid medication — high-dose thyme extract may affect thyroid hormone synthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAm I at risk if I'm allergic to oregano or rosemary?\u003c\/strong\u003e Possibly — thyme is part of the Lamiaceae (mint) family and may cross-react with oregano, rosemary, lavender, or basil allergies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Herbs, Oils and Things","offers":[{"title":"2oz","offer_id":47337005744316,"sku":"374","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample (5-6 servings)","offer_id":47337005777084,"sku":"374-S","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Single Tea Bag","offer_id":47337005809852,"sku":"374-TB","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/4721\/2732\/files\/eyJidWNrZXQiOiAid2hhdG5vdC1pbWFnZXMiLCAia2V5IjogImxpc3RpbmdzLzAtYTRkNzk4ZDItNDRhYi00MjU2LWJjMTgtYTAwMGRlOGU1YTlkLTYwYWM3ZmFlLWFkYzktNDUzNi1hYTBkLWI0NzhhMTIzZTkyMi5qcGVnIiwgImVkaXRzIjo.jpg?v=1787836716","url":"https:\/\/beanscafemarket.com\/products\/thyme","provider":"BEAN'S CAFE MARKET ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}