Packed with vitamins, thyme tea benefits both mind and body.

Here are 6 reasons to try it, plus a nutritionist-backed recipe.

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Theres a tea for virtually every purpose.

Thyme tea, as its name suggests, is a tea made from thyme leaves.

Keep reading to learn about the various thyme tea benefits and how to brew the perfect cup.

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board-certified OB/GYN and founder of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine

Its about thyme the tea got its moment in the spotlight, right?

(Sorry, had to).

5 health benefits of thyme tea

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Indeed, multiple studies indicate that thyme essential oil shows antimicrobial activity against bacteria such asE.

coli, salmonella, and staphylococcus aureus1, as well ascandida albicans2yeast.

These compounds help defend against free radicalsunstable molecules produced by the body that contribute to aging and disease.

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All of which have tons of anti-inflammatory properties that support healthy aging.

It contains a compound that calms the nervous system

Wondering what does thyme do to the brain?

Well, a cup of thyme tea may be able to help mitigate feelings of anxiety.

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board-certified OB/GYN and founder of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine

It has a natural calming and supporting effect on the neurological system.

It contains essential vitamins and minerals

Can thyme tea help boost the immune system?

Antioxidants arent the only beneficial compounds hiding within thymes tiny leaves.

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Vitamins A and C, in particular, can help give your bodys infection-fighting forces a boost.

That said, there havent been any studies looking at thymes effect on coughs when consumed solo.

Here, Poon shares her go-to recipe for fresh thyme tea with a sweet and citrusy twist.

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So, who should not drink thyme tea?

Like many other herbs, thyme may slow blood clotting, Poon says.

So people on blood thinners may want to be mindful of high consumption of thyme.

Some people may be allergic

Like anything edible,some people may have an allergic reaction to thyme.

If you do have a reaction, stop sipping the tea and check in with your doctor.

Ready, set, brew.

How to make an iron-boosting herbal tea featuring the benefits of thyme:

Sateriale, Daniela et al.

Antibacterial and Antibiofilm Efficacy of Thyme (Thymus vulgarisL.)

Essential Oil against Foodborne Illness Pathogens,Salmonella entericasubsp.entericaSerovar Typhimurium andBacillus cereus.Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)vol.

28 Feb. 2023, doi:10.3390/antibiotics12030485

Rajkowska, Katarzyna et al.

2019, doi:10.3390/molecules24101954

Kardos, Peter et al.

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