Herbal Tea - Thyme, Monarda, 20 filter bags

"Monarda" Thyme Herbal Tea is a pure herbal infusion made from 100% thyme (Thymus vulgaris) - an aromatic Mediterranean herb with a history spanning centuries and a long tradition of use in herbal practices. The tea is suitable for daily use and is especially enjoyable during the colder months, when herbs traditionally used to support respiratory health and digestive comfort are often preferred.

Each package contains 20 filter tea bags, 1 g each, allowing for quick and convenient preparation of an aromatic thyme infusion.

Thyme - History and Origin:

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a perennial aromatic plant from the Lamiaceae family, native to Southern Europe and the Mediterranean region. Today, it is widely distributed and cultivated in different parts of the world both as a culinary herb and as a valuable medicinal plant.

Thyme has been known for thousands of years and holds a special place in the history of traditional herbal use. Various species of the genus Thymus have been used in the Mediterranean since ancient times, and the plant gradually became part of the culinary, aromatic and traditional herbal practices of European peoples.

Today, thyme is one of the most popular aromatic herbs and is used both in cooking and for preparing herbal teas, infusions and other traditional herbal preparations.

Thyme in Ancient Times:

The use of thyme has deep historical roots. Various species of the genus Thymus were known as early as Ancient Egypt, where aromatic plants were used in embalming, aromatic mixtures and traditional medicinal practices.

In Ancient Greece, thyme was valued for its distinctive aroma and was used as an aromatic plant and in temple rituals. The ancient Greeks and Romans were also familiar with its herbal applications. The works of Dioscorides and other authors of antiquity describe the use of thyme for various complaints, including those associated with the respiratory and digestive systems.

Over the centuries, thyme gradually established itself as a plant combining culinary, aromatic and traditional herbal uses.

Thyme in Bulgarian Folk Medicine:

Thyme, also known in Bulgaria by folk names such as "Babina dushitsa", has a long-standing place in Bulgarian folk medicine. It is traditionally prepared as an infusion and used mainly for complaints associated with the respiratory and digestive systems.

In folk practice, thyme tea is traditionally used for coughs, common colds, throat irritation and various respiratory complaints. Traditionally, thyme is regarded as an herb with expectorant and soothing properties, which makes it particularly popular during the autumn and winter months.

Thyme is also traditionally used to support digestive comfort. In Bulgarian folk medicine, the infusion is used for feelings of heaviness, gas, bloating, stomach discomfort and intestinal spasms.

The herb has also traditionally been used for nervous tension, headaches and sleep disturbances, although these applications belong primarily to folk medicine and should not be presented as proven treatments for these conditions.

Health Benefits and Traditional Uses:

Thyme is an aromatic herb rich in essential oil, with thymol and carvacrol among its characteristic components. These aromatic compounds are one of the reasons for the herb's traditional use in herbal practices. Scientific research has investigated thyme in relation to various potential biological activities, including antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity.

Respiratory Support:

One of the best-established areas of traditional thyme use is associated with coughs and the respiratory tract. The European Medicines Agency (EMA) states that thyme preparations may be traditionally used for productive coughs associated with colds.

A warm thyme infusion is a pleasant way to enjoy the herb during seasonal colds and may contribute to a feeling of comfort in the throat and respiratory tract.

Digestive Support

Thyme also has a long tradition of use for digestive comfort. In folk medicine, it is traditionally used for gas, bloating, cramps and feelings of heaviness in the stomach.

The aromatic infusion can be particularly pleasant after meals and is suitable for people who enjoy herbal beverages with a distinctive yet natural aroma and taste.

Why Choose 100% Thyme Tea by "Monarda"?

• 100% thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
• No other herbs added - a pure single-herb infusion
• Convenient filter tea bags - easy to prepare at home or in the office
• Suitable for daily use as part of a varied diet
• Aromatic and pleasant herbal tea for both cold and warm seasons

Ingredients:

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) - 100%.

Preparation:

Place 1 filter tea bag in a cup and pour over with 200-300 ml of boiling water. Allow to steep for 3-5 minutes. Remove the tea bag and sweeten with honey if desired.

Packing: 20 filter tea bags x 1 g (20 g)