10 Benefits of Thyme
Thyme Benefit #10: Fights Sore Throats
Thyme oil is one of the strongest antimicrobial herbs, making it an excellent weapon against sore throats. It is considered to be one of the best essential oils to alleviate sore throat pain.
In one study, thyme oil was tested on 120 different strains of bacteria, including bacteria from the respiratory tract. The results showed that thyme oil exhibited strong activity against all the strains of bacteria, especially those that were antibiotic resistant strains. It gathered that a sore throat may be relieved by adding the herb to cooking regularly to help soothe and kill germs.
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