We know thyme for spicing up soup or flavoring a stew… But did you know that this Provençal plant also has a real wellness benefit? Some women even use it as a natural alternative to soothe their menstrual pain. Intriguing, right? This old-fashioned remedy is making a comeback today thanks to a surprising scientific discovery. Slight spoiler: thyme has more than one trick up its sleeve.
Thyme and menstrual pain: science gets involved
Every month, it’s the same old story: abdominal pain, headaches, fatigue… For many women, periods are far from a pleasure. What if the solution was… in your garden?
Researchers at Babol University of Medical Sciences in Iran conducted a study on 84 young women suffering from painful periods. Their secret weapon? Thymol, an active molecule found in thyme essential oil. The notable result : thymol relieved pain more effectively than ibuprofen, the pill we sometimes take automatically.
