Thyme Oil Vapor Steam

mother and daughter helping other daughter hold a towel over her head to inhale steam from a red bowl

A member of the labiatae (mint) family, thyme is an herb native to the Mediterranean basin that comes in many varieties. In addition to its culinary uses, thyme is also used as an old-fashioned herbal remedy for easing infections.

Thyme oil has powerful antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties. Thyme oil is also effective against SalmonellaStaphylococcus, and Pseudomonas, and can help fight colds, flu, sore throats, coughs, laryngitis, and bronchitis.

For throat, nose, and chest infections, just inhale it; for gum and mouth infections use in a gargle or rinse.

You can use thyme essential oil in other ways as well:

  • Use it as a natural hand sanitizer.
  • Dilute it and apply it on the affected area to relieve Athlete’s foot, insect bites, and stings.
  • Use it to destroy nail fungus, candida, and vaginitis.
  • To treat acne and warts, use it in a face wash.
  • Use 1% solution as an antibacterial spray for fresh produce.

Try These Other Remedies…

This thyme oil vapor steam will help open up and disinfect your nasal passages so you can breath easier.

mother and daughter helping other daughter hold a towel over her head to inhale steam from a red bowl
5 from 3 votes

Thyme Oil Vapor Steam

This simple, time-tested recipe will help open up and disinfect your nasal passages so you can breath easier.
CourseFood Medicine
CuisineHerbal Remedy
Makes1 person
Calories5
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
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Equipment


Ingredients
 
 


Instructions
 

  • Boil the water till steaming, then fill a large bowl with it.
  • Add the thyme oil, starting with 10 drops.
  • Cover your head with a towel and hold your face over the bowl, allowing the towel to form a steam tent around your head.
  • Inhale and breath deeply and calmly. If the scent of thyme is not strong enough to make a difference to your sinuses add another 5-10 drops, as needed.


Nutrition

Calories: 5kcal

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  1. If using RED THYME, do we use less as it is more powerful ? I hear that a combination of Eucalyptus Globulus, Tea Tree oil, and Red Thymus Vulgaris in a 3:3:1 ration will kill off viruses and pneumonia etc.

    1. Essential oils of any kind are not recommended for children under 10. If you have asthma, you should consult your doctor before inhaling anything but fresh air.

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