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thyme may be small in size but it
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delivers big when it comes to heart
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health this aromatic herb often found in
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kitchens around the world has been used
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since ancient times for both culinary
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purposes today we know that thyme is
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loaded with antioxidants essential
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nutrients and natural compounds that
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actively support a healthy heart and
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circulatory system one of time's biggest
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strengths is its antioxidant content it
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contains thymol a powerful compound that
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helps protect the body from oxidative
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stress oxidative stress is a key factor
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in the development of heart disease as
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it damages cells inflames blood vessels
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and accelerates the aging process of the
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cardiovascular system by fighting free
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radicals thyme helps preserve the
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integrity of your arteries and supports
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long-term heart health thyme is also
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rich in anti-inflammatory
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properties chronic inflammation in the
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body can lead to stiffened arteries high
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blood pressure and increased risk of
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stroke or heart attack compounds found
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in thyme help reduce this inflammation
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easing strain on the cardiovascular
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system and keeping blood vessels more
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responsive another great benefit thyme
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offers is its potential to support
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healthy blood pressure
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time contains potassium a mineral that
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helps balance sodium levels in the body
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since high sodium is a major contributor
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to hypertension eating foods with
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potassium can help regulate blood
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pressure and lower the risk of
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developing cardiovascular
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disease thyme has also been shown to
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have mild blood thinning properties
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which can help improve circulation and
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reduce the risk of blood clots
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proper blood flow is essential for heart
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health as it ensures oxygen and
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nutrients reach all parts of the body
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while reducing the chance of blockages
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that can lead to serious heart
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complications additionally thyme may
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help regulate cholesterol
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levels some studies suggest that thyme
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extract can help lower LDL cholesterol
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the type associated with plaque buildup
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in arteries while supporting levels of
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HDL the good cholesterol that helps
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remove excess fat from the bloodstream
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keeping cholesterol in balance is
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essential for a healthy heart and thyme
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offers an easy natural way to support
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this one of the best parts about thyme
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is how easy it is to use whether fresh
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or dried it blends beautifully with a
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wide variety of dishes from soups and
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stews to roasted vegetables and teas you
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can even steep thyme on its own to make
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a simple herbal tea packed with heart-
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benefits in short thyme is more than
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just a seasoning it's a heart-oosting
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herb with real power with its
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antioxidants anti-inflammatory effects
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and ability to support blood pressure
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and cholesterol thyme deserves a regular
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place in your kitchen and on your plate
