Thyme replaces chemical cold medicines
The expert of the Food and Drug Administration of Neishabour School of Medical Sciences said: Thyme is a well-known plant from the mint genus that can replace chemical drugs.
Dr. Atefeh Amiri added: Various medicinal products of this plant are currently available in the form of tablets, syrups and drops in the Iranian pharmaceutical market, which is used as an antitussive and expectorant for the treatment of colds.
He said: The medicinal parts of this plant include branches and leaves, which due to their antiseptic and anti-cough effects, the consumption of this plant is increased in the cold season, and it is also used medicinally in traditional medicine.
The expert of the Food and Drug Administration of Neishabour School of Medical Sciences stated: Also, its beneficial effects on increasing the digestive power of the gastrointestinal tract and its anti-flatulence effects along with its aromatic aroma have caused its leaf powder and flowering branches to be used in nutrition in all seasons. To take.
Amiri continued: thymol and carvacrol in this plant directly stimulate the mucosa and increase mucus secretion and movements of the respiratory cilia.
Other compounds, such as carvacrol, eugenol, cinnamaldehyde and thymol, also have antiseptic effects on the upper respiratory tract, he said.
He reminded: Thyme leaf powder is used to prepare infusions, which has a beneficial effect on patients with bronchitis and inflammation of the upper respiratory tract.
The expert of the Food and Drug Administration of Neishabour University of Medical Sciences added: With all these properties, it is not recommended for pregnant mothers due to its possible effects on abortion.