November: A respiratory herb.
Thymus vulgaris – Thyme
Cold and flu season is tiring, but using thyme to strengthen the lungs is a fantastic way to treat yourself with a herb which is so easy to grow at home.
Thyme is a powerful anti-septic, anti-viral and anti-bacterial herb, useful for mucus and infections of the respiratory system. It can be gargled for sore throats or inhaled for coughs, breathing difficulties and sinus problems.
Written by Lily Canetty-Clarke, MNIMH, she explores how a better understanding of seasonal herbs and their medicinal properties could help so many of us. You can also follow Lily on Instagram for more amazing herbal knowledge.