Lemon Thyme

The Lemon thyme originates from Southern Europe, Asia and northern Africa. The name “thyme” comes from the Greek word that means to fumigate. Roman Legions brought the Lemon Thyme to England, as it went on to be grown widely in that area.

The name “thyme” comes from the Greek word that means to fumigate.

Greek physician and botanist Dioscorides considered the herb thyme an effective expectorant and the herb was also mentioned by Roman naturalist Pliny as an effective fumigant.

Lemon thyme gets its name from the fact that its leaves produce a strong lemony fragrance along with notes of thyme.

Lemon thyme contains many compounds that are known to be effective for preventing certain diseases while also boosting the immune system.

Compounds include Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals It helps avoid, Respiratory tract ailments, Gastrointestinal ailments, Gingivitis.

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