Study: Thyme Plant Extract Beats Out Ibuprofen For Pain Relief

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Thyme oil is found to more effective at relieving period pain than ibuprofen, research said.

Research conducted by Iran’s Babol University of Medical Sciences has reveal that thyme is not only an excellent pain-relieving herb. It also reduces pain of difficult menstruation better than ibruprofen. The researchers tested 84 women university students who had reported difficult menstruation. The young women were aged between 18 and 24 years old.

They highlight that the plant extract, which should be applied to the abdominal area and not taken internally, also comes without the possible unpleasant side effects of ibuprofen, which can include gastrointestinal bleeding, constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn and vomiting.

It is been used to treat diarrhea, stomach ache, arthritis, colic, sore throat, cough, bronchitis, flatulence and as a diuretic.

Other Health Benefits Of Thyme Oil

Antiseptic

Thyme essential oil is a good antiseptic and safeguards wounds and sores against infections. This is mainly due to the presence of components like Caryophyllene and Camphene in thyme.

Tonic

Thyme essential oil also tones up the circulatory system, heart, digestive system, nervous system, muscles, and skin while fortifying them and boosting immunity.

Hypertensive

This property is very beneficial for those who are suffering from low blood pressure. Those type of people run the risk of falling unconscious at any time, and feeling sluggish. This oil can normalize their blood pressure by raising it, which is just as important sometimes as lowering it.

Treat Respiratory Disorders

The antiseptic and antibiotic properties of thyme make it an effective remedy for respiratory conditions like coughs and bronchitis as well as cold and sore throat. You can prepare your own thyme tea by steeping a couple of leaves in warm water and allowing it to brew. Sweeten it with some honey. Regular consumption of this tea will help to treat respiratory conditions and cold.

Sources:

http://healthimpactnews.com/2014/study-finds-thyme-essential-oil-beats-ibuprofen-for-pain-relief/

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2632940/Beat-period-pain-no-thyme-Plant-extract-revealed-MORE-effective-ibuprofen.html

http://www.realnatural.org/thyme-oil-inhibits-cox-2-beats-ibuprofen-for-menses-pain/

http://beforeitsnews.com/health/2015/03/20-health-benefits-of-thyme-oil-2-2567508.html

 

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