Thyme is an aromatic plant, which is mainly found in the Mediterranean region, and it is used as a culinary herb. -It is rich in vitamins, minerals, flavonoids and anti-oxidants, mostly vitamins A, C, and B6. -Its leaves are a rich source of potassium, iron, manganese, calcium, magnesium and selenium. -Thyme tea is tonic, strengthening the immune system, and is sedative, alleviating anxiety. -It also, soothes a sore throat and a cough and relieves bronchitis symptoms. -It helps prevent colds and stomach disorders such as dyspepsia. -It seems to relieve menstrual cramps. -The bioactive phytochemicals, especially the phenolic compounds, of thyme are considered to contribute to the reduction of dysmenorrhea, by inhibiting the action of phospholipase A2 and as a result, reducing the production of arachidonic acid and prostaglandins.