Thyme is one of the best known medicinal herbs for colds. The essential oils that are responsible for its typical smell and taste make the herb one of the most effective natural antibiotics. Our secret tip for all those who have got a cold: thyme. It is the best to take it as a tea or lotion to fight every cold.
For brewing a cup of tea, you only need a few sprigs of thyme. Simply tie them together into a small bunch and hang them into a large cup. Pour boiling hot water over it, let it steep covered for 10 minutes and enjoy a cup several times a day.
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