Thymus Arcticus (Thymus arcticus, Thymus islandicum, Arctic Thyme, Blóðberg) Wild harvested natural organic herb from Iceland in High Quality Handpicked in August on mountains of the Westfjords in Iceland The aroma of the Arctic Thyme awakes the feeling of walking around in the Icelandic nature after a summer rain. Thymus arcticus is a valuable aromatic, medicinal and culinary herb. The plant belongs to the class of antimicrobial agent. In Iceland Thyme is known as “blóðberg”, meaning “bloodstone”. Icelanders have long used Thyme tea as an important treatment for combat a common cold and fever in a severe arctic climatic conditions. Thyme is also an important element of traditional Icelandic cuisine – is a part of soups, sauces, salads, and is also an integral component of all local lamb dishes. About the item Composition and weight:   One pack contains 10 grams / 0.35 oz of natural whole dried Arctic Thyme from Iceland (whole “sprigs” of thyme with leaves, flowers and stems together). Place of harvest: Arctic Thyme comes from the pristine mountains of the Westfjords in the Iceland. The island Iceland considered by some the paradise of the Earth and the most beautiful place of the planet, is one of the cleanest and most unpolluted regions in Earth. As a result of its remote location, Icelandic nature has been well preserved. Wild lands, glaciers, volcanoes and national parks comprise 90 percent of the territory. Mountain lakes here remain crystal clear, while waterfalls, geysers, mountain valleys and arctic waters of the Atlantic Ocean make the air truly salubrious. Thanks to the careful protection of nature in Iceland, rare medicinal plants still grow in this area. Post-harvesting: The herb was handpicked in July 2020. Then the herb was dried in well-ventilated areas, sheltered from direct sunlight, hermetically packed and then stored at temperatures of 3-5°C until shipping. No additional processing! Storage conditions:   Store at room temperature without odors and relative humidity of 60-70%. Shelf life 2-3 years in a dry dark place. Useful properties: Arctic Thyme flowered stem contains essentially flavonoids (derived of apigenol and luteolol), acids phenols (in particular, cafeic and rosmarinic), tannins, resin and especially essential oil rich in chemical compounds which are responsible for the majority of its pharmacological effects. Essential oil of Arctic Thyme contains 40–50% Thymol and a range of additional compounds, such as γ-Terpinene (30.9%), p-Сymene (8.4%), Myrcene (2.4%), Carvacrol (2.4%), 2,4-Dymethyl-2,4-heptadiene (1.5%), para-Menthene-1 (1.8%), α-Terpinene (1.8%), α-Pinene (0.8%), β-Caryophyllene (0.8%), Limonene (0.8%), Borneol (0.5%), Mentha-3,8-diene (0.4%), 1,3-Octadiene (0.3%), Camphene (0.3%), α-Phellandrene (0.3%), α-Terpinolene (0.2%), trans-Dihydrocarvone (0.2%), etc. The Thyme essential oil tested possesses strong antimicrobial properties, and may in the future represent a new source of natural antiseptics. Arctic Thyme is an aromatic plant of the Icelandic flora, commonly is used as spices and as Icelandic folk medicine remedies. The thyme is used in Icelandic traditional medicine in the treatment of diarrhoea, fever, cough, infected areas and wounds. It also Icelanders use Thyme as a tonic and stimulant and, generally, for its anti-inflammatory properties after topical or oral administration. Thyme is widely used as a remedy that possess antispasmodic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiinflammatory and antioxidant activities. It is believed that Thyme tea is a powerful healing drink that has a potent anti-viral properties and if taken on a regular basis it can significantly help to reduce the viral load in the body. Thyme tea also helps stimulate memory, ease headaches and muscle tension, soothe coughs, relieve fevers, and fight colds and infections. It also contains a compound called carvacrol which is an excellent natural tranquilizer and has a tonic effect on the entire nervous system. Thyme is a good source of pyridoxine which is known to play an important role in manufacturing γ-aminobutyric acid levels in the brain, aid in regulating sleep patterns, and benefit neurotransmitter function in the brain. γ-Aminobutyric acid is also one of the best natural defenses against stress damage. Thyme tea is a great purifying herb for the digestive tract and has been found to destroy certain intestinal hookworms and roundworms and aid in the digestion of rich or fatty foods. Thyme is also essential for urinary tract health and can help prevent infections and keep healthy bacteria in balance. Thyme has some of the highest antioxidant levels among herbs. It is packed with bioflavonoids which have powerful effects on eliminating free-radicals and other disease producing substances from the body. Cooking uses: Worldwide Thyme is employed to season and suppress offensive odors in foods. In Iceland Thyme is considered a staple in the world of Icelandic herbs.Thyme-flavored salt and dried Thyme is in the all Icelandic kitchens and in the shelves of the Icelandic stores. Thyme adds a gentle flavor to just about anything, especially eggs, vegetables (mushrooms, tomatoes, beans and potatoes), meat (lamb), poultry and fish dishes, soups and cream sauces. It is also naturally quite tasty and the strong fragrance it exudes has been likened to oregano. The scent is so strong that a good nose will often be able to smell it before it can be spotted by the eye. Icelanders prepare flavored salt from dryed Thyme or use whole “sprigs” of thyme with leaves, flowers and stems together. When adding a whole sprig of thyme to soups, stews or other recipes, the leaves and flowers usually fall off during cooking and the woody stem can be removed prior to serving. Instructions for use: Decoction: Add 5 gram dryed thyme to 250 ml boiling water, boil for 1 minutes. Insist 10 minutes. Take 50 ml 2-3 times a day 15 minutes before meals. Tincture: Add 15 grams dryed thyme to 150 ml alcohol, insist for 10-14 days in a warm dark place, periodically drain. Take one teaspoon 1-2 times a day 30 minutes before meals or before bedtime. Tea: Add 2 springs of dryed thyme in a mug and pour 200 ml hot water over, allow to steep for 15 min. Remove thyme springs or strain. Sweeten with raw honey and/or fresh lemon. To use as a regular tea-drink, mainly before lunch. Water: Fill jug or pitcher with 1 l cold filtered or spring water and add 2 whole bunches dryed thyme springs. Allow to insist for overnight. In the morning remove/strain thyme sprigs and add lemon or raw honey or any optional ingredients you like (berries, cucumber slices, mint etc). Sip water throughout the day for the ultimate hydration and healing benefits. Salt: Remove stems from Thyme herb, leaving only leaves and flowers. Measure out sea salt – the ratio of salt to dried Thyme is largely a matter of taste. Start with one tablespoon of chop Thyme to ¼ cup of salt. Keep adding Thyme a tablespoon at a time until you get the flavor profile you’re after. Mix salt and Thyme by hand with a mortar and estle. Aim for breaking up the added herb into grain sized pieces without turning the batch into dust. Contraindications:  Individual intolerance to the components of dietary supplements, herbs, childhood, pregnancy and lactation. Saving through combined postage I’m happy to post everything to you in the same package if you’re buying multiple items from me. You get a discount on postage costs and I save money by combining items. You’ll need to ask me before you pay and I send you a combined invoice detailing all the items, and the new cost of postage. Dear friends! Please write me any questions, requests and wishes through the form “Contact seller” before you make order! About me My name is Árni and I live in Iceland. I’m not a professional trader or seller – I’m scientist and teacher, but it so happened that I sell here the Icelandic Golden Root, Angelica archangelica, Arctic Thyme, Icelandic books, Bibles, etc. Why? Because I am interested in comparative linguistics and for many years I have been collecting and studying bible texts in many languages. I collect Bibles in different world languages and I spend a lot of money on the purchase of these. So I decided to sell the excess items in eBay to get some money for buying a new books and Bibles. You should definitely visit my little eBay-store if you are interested in Icelandic medicinal plants growing in harsh arctic nature, surounded by the mountains, glaciers and volcanoes, which can significantly enhance your health. I can also provide different Icelandic books like Bibles, dictionaries, textbooks and etc., that can enrich your multilingual library. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need any items related to Iceland or the Bibles. 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