Herbs and Spices / Fresh Herbs
Thyme, fresh
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 63% |
| Calories | 118kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.3 g/ 71g (7%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.9 g/ 42g (4%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 20 g/ 348g (5%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.4 mg/ 1mg (30%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (10%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 311 mg/ 750mg (41%) high |
Phosphorus | 91 mg/ 700mg (13%) |
Iron | 19.9 mg/ 12mg (165%) high |
Potassium | 783 mg/ 2000mg (39%) high |
Sodium | 30 mg/ 1500mg (2%) very low |
Zinc | 2.2 mg/ 7mg (33%) high |
What is this food?
Fresh thyme (herb) used as a flavoring. In 100 g, it’s very low in fat and provides fiber and carbohydrates, with small amounts of sugar and low sodium.
Why it matters to health
Fresh thyme adds fiber (about 14.6 g per 100 g), which helps keep your digestion regular and supports steadier energy from meals. It also has low sodium (about 30 mg) compared with many salty seasonings, so it’s a good choice when you want flavor without piling on salt. The fat is small, but it does contain some saturated fat (about 0.53 g). Since herbs are usually used in small amounts, the overall impact is typically minimal—so thyme is mainly a healthy flavor booster for balanced meals.
Healthier tips
- Use thyme to season viands, soups, and roasted vegetables instead of relying on extra salt or salty sauces. Since herbs are flavorful, start with a small amount, then adjust to taste. For your daily pattern (3 full meals + 1–2 snacks), add thyme to your meals like
- stews and nilaga
- chicken or fish marinades
- vegetable sautés and omelettes to improve flavor while keeping sodium in check.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang, Nilaga, Tinola, Adobo (with herb seasoning), Chicken Sopas, Vegetable Guisado
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