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Thursday 16 February 2012

Thyme Oil Uses


You don't have to possess high level culinary skills to know that thyme spices up many dishes. But you might not know that essential oil from thyme can do much more than that. Steam and water distillation produces an essential oil with a strong, warm scent that also possesses properties that make it beneficial in a number of uses. While essential oils can help some medical conditions, you should consult your doctor or a certified aromatherapist before treating yourself.
Help Respiratory Infections
Aromatherapists commonly employ essential thyme oil to help treat respiratory infections. Clinical aromatherapist Patricia Davis writes in her book "Aromatherapy: An A-Z" that thyme oil's properties include working as an antibacterial and antiseptic. The University of Maryland Medical Center says that there is research that supports thyme oil's effectiveness to treat both bronchitis and coughs. They also say some studies have found that thyme oil kills bacteria that cause pneumonia, but it is not yet known if it works in people. To use thyme oil to help fight off a respiratory infection, Davis suggests using steam inhalations as well as including some in a vaporizer to spread throughout the air.
Clear Oily Skin and Help Acne
Thyme oil also works well as an astringent. Julie Lawless says in her text "The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils" that this makes it a good choice if you have acne or oily skin. Thyme oil's cleaning action helps remove the oil and buildup that leads to acne. The antibacterial property also helps kill any bacteria which may infect your skin. To use thyme oil on your skin, Lawless suggests including it in skin lotions or oils, baths or steam treatments.
Help Muscular Aches and Pain
If you have muscular soreness or pain you can try using thyme oil to help you feel better. Aromatherapists such as Lawless and Davis utilize thyme oil to relieve muscular pain, cramps and stiffness. One possible explanation for its effectiveness comes from a 2010 study published in the "Journal of Lipid Research" by Mariko Hotta, Rieko Nakata, Michiko Katsukawa, Kazuyuki Hori, Saori Takahashi and Hiroyasu Inoue that found that thyme oil works as an anti-inflammatory. To use thyme oil to ease your overworked body you can include it, well diluted, in a massage oil, bath or compress.
References
* University of Maryland Medicial Center: Cough
* University of Maryland Medicial Center: Pneumonia - Treatment
* "Journal of Lipid Research;" Carvacrol, a Component of Thyme Oil, Activates PPAR and Suppresses COX-2 Expression; Mariko Hotta, Rieko Nakata, Michiko    Katsukawa, Kazuyuki Hori, Saori Takahashi & Hiroyasu Inoue; 2010
* "Aromatherapy: An A-Z;" Patricia Davis; 2000
* "The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils;" Julie Lawless; 1995


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