More tests are required for the data to prove significant, however. Rats respond to hypertension in a similar way to people, so the findings might have implications for humans. Researchers at the University of Belgrade, Serbia, found that an aqueous extract obtained from wild thyme reduced blood pressure in tests on rats. Louis encephalitis, dengue fever, and Chikungunya fever.Ī team at Chungbuk National University in South Korea reported that a combination of thymol, alpha-terpinene, and carvacrol was effective in killing off tiger mosquito larvae. Since the 1990s, it has spread around the world, carrying West Nile virus, Yellow fever, St. The tiger mosquito is native to tropical and subtropical areas of Southeast Asia. One study from 2010 suggests that thymol can reduce bacterial resistance to common drugs, including penicillin. Used alongside other biocides, such as carvacrol, thyme has strong antimicrobial properties.
These are substances that can destroy harmful organisms, such as infectious bacteria. Thymol is one of a naturally occurring class of compounds known as biocides. With the City Foundry right next door, this little nook in the West Midtown/SLU neighborhood is a positive addition to the area bringing business, social spots and healthy options.Share on Pinterest Thyme has a range of powerful medicinal effects. Furthermore, customers will feel good about shopping locally and supporting small businesses. Whether someone is in a rush and only has time for a grab-and-go item, or if one is taking time to sit down in the cafe area for lunch with friends, Fresh Thyme caters to a wide audience. Some call Fresh Thyme a combination of Whole Foods, Trader Joes and Aldi. Although the national brands are sold at their regular retail price, the local St.Louis brands and farm-to-table produce and meats are sold at affordable prices that are considered cheaper than other organic brands from competing grocery stores. Although this new phenomenon may not be incredibly popular just yet, with aspects of sustainability and eco-friendly practices being priorities of companies, Fresh Thyme is starting strong.Ĭustomers who are shopping for non-local, general brands can still find them at Fresh Thyme, in addition to apothecary and personal care items.
From classic peanuts to honey-roasted peanuts to almonds to cashews, customers can use the nut grinding machine to make their own nut butter to their preferred quantity and type. Fresh Thyme also does some self-promotion by advertising their “grind your own nut butter” station. Louis based companies such as King Cookie, Whisk and Prioritized Pastries are represented. There is a pastry section in the store where St. In fact, most of the produce and meat are from local farmers. Local businesses are also happy to be represented in Fresh Thyme. Walking through the store, workers consistently ask the customers if they need assistance or simply how their day is going. The friendly atmosphere is encountered upon first walking into Fresh Thyme, as the walkway is surrounded by a variety of vibrant flowers, and the workers greet customers with a smile and a wave. With the addition of Fresh Thyme to the City Foundry, the lot is beginning to blossom with businesses, food, culture, events and life. The building is located in the City Foundry, a public indoor/outdoor market that has a variety of restaurants in the food hall along with event space that can be leased to pop ups such as live music, yoga classes and art vendors. From farm to local business from local business to Fresh Thyme from Fresh Thyme to SLU students’ bags: the newest local grocery store has arrived.įresh Thyme, located at 3730 Foundry Way, is only a five minute walk from SLU’s campus.
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