Inflammation reduction and support respiratory

Thymol, one of the primary oils found in thyme, can inhibit cyclooxygenase-2, or COX-2, an enzyme that causes inflammation in the body. Carvacrol, another thyme oil, has a similar impact on inflammatory cytokines, which are signals sent by the body to enhance inflammation. This oil can aid in its reduction.

Thyme is also beneficial to respiratory health, with clinical research demonstrating its value in easing coughs and alleviating chest congestion. While fresh thyme is best for this, essential thyme oils found in thyme tea may also provide some of these advantages.