Thyme
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 7gCarbs
- Fiber
- 3gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 4gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 0.4gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 15Glycemic Index
- Glycemic Load
- 0.1Glycemic Load
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Color-coded system for nutritional impact: Use for food choices, especially for diabetes or low-carb diets.
Diet Check
- Low Carb
- Yes
- Keto
- Yes
- Carnivore
- No
- Paleo
- Yes
- Slow Carb
- Yes
- Vegan
- Yes
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Low FODMAP
- Yes
pH Check
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Thyme
- Water85.0g
- Fiber3.0g
- Carbs7.0g
- Fat1.0g
- Protein1.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Low
- Purine
- Not present
- Tyramine
- Low
- FODMAP
- Not present
- Oxalate
- Low
- Goitrogen
- Moderate
- Sulfite
- Not present
- Nitrate
- Low
- Antioxidants
- Moderate
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For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.
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Thyme is a nutrient-dense herb high in several minerals, making it a valuable addition to a low-carb diet. Its low glycemic index and significant fiber content aid blood sugar control, while providing impressive amounts of calcium and iron.
- High in calcium, providing 590% of the RDA.
- High in iron, offering 2874% of the RDA.
- Low glycemic index (GI): 15.
- Contains 7g total carbs with 3g fiber per serving.
Is Thyme keto?
With its low carbohydrate content (7g total per serving and 3g fiber), thyme is a suitable choice for a ketogenic diet. The herb's high fiber content supports maintaining low net carbs while adding valuable micronutrients to keto meals.
Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Thyme
Thyme has a low glycemic index (GI) of 15, indicating minimal impact on blood sugar levels. This, combined with its low glycemic load, makes thyme a favorable ingredient in managing carbohydrate intake and stabilizing blood sugar.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 0
- Vitamin C
- 2
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.08
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.65
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.35
- Beta-Carotene
- 370
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 5g serving.
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 25
- Calcium
- 305
- Iron
- 20
- Potassium
- 130
- Magnesium
- 35
- Phosphorus
- 30
- Zinc
- 1
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 5g serving.
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Traces
- Lactose
- Not present
- Gluten
- Not present
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
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Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 53 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 370 |
| CalciumMineral | 305 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 7 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 1 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 3 |
| IronMineral | 20 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 35 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 30 |
| PotassiumMineral | 130 |
| ProteinMacro | 1 |
| SodiumMineral | 25 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 0 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.08 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.65 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.35 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 2 |
| WaterMacro | 85 |
| ZincMineral | 1 |
