Anadolu Health Center Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Örnek gave information about the many benefits of thyme tea on health, especially cardiovascular health.
Thyme, one of the most popular spices in the kitchen, is also very beneficial for health. Stating that thyme tea is supportive against health problems, Anadolu Health Center Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Örnek said, “Thyme tea has many health benefits, especially cardiovascular health. In about 1 gram of thyme; It contains important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin K, calcium, iron, manganese. These properties of thyme tea make it an herbal tea with positive effects on health.
According to the researches, thyme, which belongs to the Ballıbabagiller family, has more than 400 varieties. Saying that thyme tea is an herbal tea prepared by infusing fresh thyme branches or thyme flowers, Anadolu Health Center Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Örnek said, “A pinch of thyme and some hot water is enough for thyme tea. While making thyme tea, firstly half a liter of water is taken into a teapot and boiled. Then, about 1 teaspoon of dry or fresh thyme is taken into a glass and boiling water is added to it. It is left to infuse for 10-15 minutes covered. After brewing, it is filtered and consumed. Optionally, a teaspoon of honey and lemon can be added.
Saying that thyme is a very rich plant in terms of antioxidants while helping to reduce blood pressure, according to some studies conducted in the laboratory, Tuba Örnek said, “According to scientific studies, there are important components with antibacterial properties in thyme. While thyme tea helps to relax the digestive system and relieve indigestion; It helps to strengthen the immune system, relax the respiratory tract, control weight and reduce stress. Thanks to the antioxidants in the content of thyme tea, it also helps to alleviate the symptoms related to skin problems such as acne and fungus.
Sharing that thyme tea has been consumed by many people since ancient times due to its beautiful smell and strong antioxidant properties, Nutrition and Diet Specialist Tuba Örnek said:
“For some people, thyme tea consumption can be harmful. At the beginning of these people are people with a chronic health problem such as hypertension and diabetes. Consuming thyme tea causes an uncontrolled decrease in blood pressure or blood sugar. According to researches, thyme has the feature of accelerating blood circulation. It is not recommended to consume thyme tea without consulting their doctor, especially for those who use drugs with blood thinners or who will have a surgical operation in the near future. At the same time, some studies show that thyme may act like estrogen in the body. For this reason, those who use hormone drugs should also stay away from thyme consumption.
Saying that the fetus in the womb of the expectant mother during pregnancy benefits from the food and beverages consumed by the mother through the placenta, Tuba Örnek said, “In this process, both beneficial foods consumed by the mother and harmful foods reach the baby. Although there are not enough scientific studies on the consumption of thyme tea during pregnancy, pregnant women should consult their doctor before consuming thyme and thyme tea. In addition, some studies conducted in the laboratory on the consumption of thyme oil show that thyme can cause miscarriage and premature birth in pregnant women.