Numerous studies have shown that thyme essential oil is a potential killer of lung and breast cancer cells.
Thyme essential oil, or Thymus vulgaris, is composed of 20 to 54 percent thymol. Thyme is part of the class of natural compounds called “biocides.” It is a substance known to destroy harmful organisms. Scientists have tested thyme for its antibacterial and toxic activities in vitro on 3 human cancer cell lines. Thyme was found to have the power to kill lung, ovarian, and oral cancer cells.
Thyme is native to the Mediterranean, but the Greeks gave it its name. In Greek cuisine there are still many dishes with thyme mixed with olive oil.
Thyme oil has been shown to kill over 97% of lung cancer cells in humans.
The latest research has proven that if we mix thyme with olive oil, we will potentiate its anti-cancer abilities. Perhaps this is the reason why Greeks have the lowest cancer rates compared to the rest of Europe and the United States.
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