Nutritional Value of Rosemary and Thyme

Nutritional Value of Dried Rosemary

Rosemary is a herb used for cooking, perfumes and medicinal uses. It is commonly used for fragrance and taste as it belongs to the mint family. Dried rosemary is used a spice.

Nutrition Facts and Information about Rosemary: Rosemary is rich in calcium, magnesium and potassium. It has good amount of phosphorus, sodium and iron with small amount of zinc, copper, manganese and selenium.

Vitamin Content of Rosemary: Rosemary is rich in vitamin A and C. It has small amount of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6 and folate.

Calorie Content of Rosemary: 100g of dried rosemary has 331 calories. Calories from fat are 127.

Health Benefits of Rosemary: Rosemary is useful in increasing blood circulation, improving concentration and digestion. It stimulates the immune system, reduces the severity of asthma attacks and helps prevent breast cancer.

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Nutritional Value of Dried Thyme
Thyme is herb used commonly for cooking and medicines. It is used as spice in cooking especially in the meats and soups. It also belongs to mint family.

Nutrition Facts and Information about Thyme: Thyme is rich in calcium, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and iron. It has good amount of sodium and small amount of zinc, copper, manganese and selenium.

Vitamin Content of Thyme: Thyme is rich in vitamin A and vitamin C. It has good amount of vitamin E, niacin and choline. It also has small amount of vitamin K, thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B6 and folate.

Calorie Content of Thyme: 100g of dried Thyme has 276 calories. Calories from fat are 62.

Health Benefits of Thyme: Thyme is used for curing cough, cold, chest congestion and bronchitis. It belongs to mint family so it is commonly used for curing all the respiratory problems including asthma.

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This article was contributed by Nishidha Patil