Essential Oils - Thyme Thymol
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The volatile oil of thymus exerts a calming influence on smooth muscle. Thymol is 20 times more antiseptic than phenol, but unlike the latter, it does not have an irritant effect on the mucosa and may safely be taken internally. The oil has been shown to be effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, fungi and yeasts such as candida albicans. Rosmarinic acid has an anti-inflammatory action. Thymus' bitter component stimulates the appetite, aids a sluggish digestion and improves liver function. The carvacrol stimulates the mucous membranes into secretory activity, while the saponins are reflex-stimulating expectorants.*
Suggested Use 
Thymus is an effective topical anti-fungal treatment and can be used as a mouthwash
and gargle against oral Candida. It may also be used as a gargle in laryngitis
and tonsillitis. Thymus can also be used externally as a lotion for infected
wounds, or applied to insect bites stings.
Ingredients 
Thymus vulgaris.
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These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This is not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases.