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Scientists capture the health benefits of thyme
Thyme is a Mediterranean aromatic herb widely used in cooking. Beyond culinary use, thyme is a potent antioxidant, containing high levels of phenolic compounds, including thymol, carvacrol and lutein, which combat oxidative stress. Thyme also possesses anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Although in small amounts, thyme contains vitamins C and A, as well as potassium, iron, calcium, and magnesium, which support the immune system and overall health.
That means while most of us consider it perfect for poultry seasoning, the truth is thyme is packed with health-supporting compounds. But despite years of research into thyme’s potential, the question has been how to get the most from it.
Fortunately, in a breakthrough study, scientists have created a new technique that traps tiny amounts of thyme extract inside microscopic capsules, preventing evaporation and irritation. The method delivers such consistent, stable nanodoses that the benefits of thyme may one day be available in pharmaceutical-grade oral capsules.
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The health benefits of thyme
Thyme’s reported benefits include antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, potentially supporting respiratory health, digestion, heart function, and boosting immunity with vitamins A, C and minerals.
Key health benefits of thyme include:
- Respiratory health: thyme’s anti-spasmodic and antimicrobial properties have made it a traditional remedy for coughs, bronchitis, and congestion.
- Immune system booster: Vitamin C, A and iron in thyme help the immune system fight off infections.
- Antimicrobial & antifungal: One of thyme’s key components, thymol, fights bacteria and fungi.
- Digestive support: Thyme relieves digestive discomfort, specifically relieving gas, indigestion and bloating, while soothing the stomach lining.
- Heart health: Studies suggest thyme may help manage blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
- Inflammation reducer: Rosmarinic acid is an antioxidant in thyme that reduces inflammation and may help with joint pain.
- Skin support: Thyme’s antibacterial nature is why it helps combat acne and reduce skin irritation.
- Mood and cognition: Research indicates that carvacrol, a component of thyme, may influence neurotransmitters that may boost mood and are neuroprotective for brain health.
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Thyme: From herb to precision health aid
With all the potential thyme offers, practical drawbacks have limited how it can be used. The extract evaporates quickly, making storage and precise delivery difficult. And if you take thyme orally in too large amounts, you can experience digestive discomfort, while too much on the skin can lead to rashes.
Scientists at Tomsk Polytechnic University and Surgut State University in Russia have now solved these problems by encapsulating nanodoses of thyme in order to prevent evaporation and ensure consistent dosing.
And while the process wasn’t simple, they found that all it took was to seal extremely small droplets of thyme extract inside another liquid.
It’s a technique they believe could make thyme (as well as other herbal compounds that face the same issues) safer, more stable, and easier to deliver. Before this approach can be applied, however, additional work will be needed to package these nanodoses into oral capsules suitable for pharmaceutical use.
If you’re on medication, be sure to ask your doctor about any possible interactions with thyme extract, especially if taking anticholinergic and cholinergic drugs, anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs and estrogen medications. Thyme may act like estrogen in the body. Thyme may also slow thyroid activity. Thyme extracts are not for use in children.
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Sources:
Mathematical model of nanodosing of water–thyme extract using droplet microfluidics — AIP Publishing
How scientists are turning thyme into precision medicine — ScienceDaily
It’s time to talk about thyme — Diabetes Food Hub
Health Benefits of Thyme — WebMD
Thyme, fresh — USDA
Carvacrol: From Ancient Flavoring to Neuromodulatory Agent — NIH
Susceptibility of Fluconazole-Resistant Candida albicans to Thyme Essential Oil — MDPI
By Dr. Adria Schmedthorst
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