Thyme is an herb from the mint family that you probably recognize from your spice set, but it’s so much more than an afterthought ingredient.

Its range of use is impressive. And according to a 2014 study, it has over 400 Subspecies. Ancient Egyptians used it in their embalming practices, while ancient Greeks used it as incense.

• fighting acne

• lowering blood pressure

• helping to alleviate cough

• boosting immunity

• disinfecting

• repelling pests

• boosting mood

• preventing bacterial infections

• helping to treat yeast infections

• possibly helping against certain types of cancer

Information from www.healthline.com