Ease Shortness of Breath: The Thyme Tea Recipe
A simple thyme tea, a traditional herbal remedy long used to support easier breathing.
That tight, hard-to-fill-your-lungs feeling is one of the most uncomfortable everyday complaints — thyme tea is a traditional herbal remedy long associated with easier breathing.
What you'll need
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 cup hot water
- Honey to taste
How to make it
- Add the thyme to the hot water.
- Let steep, covered, for 8-10 minutes.
- Strain, add honey if you'd like, and drink warm.
Why people say it works
Thyme has a long history of traditional use for respiratory support, and modern research has looked at compounds in thyme for their potential role in relaxing airway muscles. It remains one of the most commonly recommended herbal teas for easier breathing.
This is a traditional home remedy, not a medical treatment. If shortness of breath is sudden, severe, or comes with chest pain, seek medical attention right away.
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