The diets react (see scores below)
Diet Ratings
Dried herb with negligible carbs (1g net carbs per teaspoon). Adds flavor without impacting ketosis. Whole, unprocessed food.
Pure dried herb with no animal products or derivatives. Whole plant food in its simplest form.
Marjoram is an herb available to Paleolithic humans. Unprocessed, no additives, and used as a seasoning in minimal quantities. Fits paleo philosophy perfectly.
Marjoram is a Mediterranean herb widely used in traditional cuisines of Greece, Italy, and Spain. It adds flavor without calories, sodium, or processed ingredients, aligning perfectly with Mediterranean principles of whole, minimally processed foods.
Marjoram is a dried plant herb/spice. Carnivore diet excludes all plant-derived foods, including spices and herbs. No animal-derived component.
Marjoram is a dried herb with no excluded ingredients. It is a whole, unprocessed seasoning explicitly allowed on Whole30.
Marjoram is a dried herb with negligible FODMAP content. Monash University has tested herbs and spices; marjoram contains no significant fermentable carbohydrates at typical culinary serving sizes (1 tsp or less).
Herb with negligible sodium, calories, and added sugars. Rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals. Supports flavor without salt, aligning with DASH sodium reduction goals.
Herb with negligible carbs, protein, and fat. Adds polyphenols and anti-inflammatory compounds without disrupting macronutrient ratios. Ideal seasoning for Zone meals.
Marjoram is an herb rich in polyphenols and antioxidants with documented anti-inflammatory properties. Contains compounds like rosmarinic acid and thymol. Aligns with Weil's emphasis on herbs and spices as foundational anti-inflammatory foods.
Dried herb with negligible calories, zero fat, zero sugar, and potential anti-inflammatory properties. Adds flavor without triggering GI distress. Nutrient-dense per calorie and supports easy digestion.
Nutritional profile
Six traits that cut across every diet.
Fiber & Plants
How much whole-plant food and fiber it delivers.
Healthy Fats
The quality of its fats (unsaturated, omega-3).
Whole / Unprocessed
How close it is to its natural, unprocessed form.
Gut Gentle
How easy it is on digestion (low FODMAP, few irritants).
Low Glycemic
How little it spikes your blood sugar.
Protein Density
How much protein it packs per calorie.
Controversy Index
Score range: 1–10/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.
Diet-Specific Tips for Marjoram
Keto — 9/10- Virtually zero net carbs
- No sugar
- Unprocessed herb
- Minimal caloric impact
Vegan — 9/10- 100% plant-based
- Whole food
- No processing concerns
Paleo — 9/10- Unprocessed herb
- No anti-nutrients
- Minimal caloric impact
- Available to hunter-gatherers
Mediterranean — 9/10- Traditional Mediterranean herb
- No added sugars or unhealthy fats
- Enhances plant-based dishes
- Minimal processing
Whole30 — 10/10- Dried herb
- No added ingredients
- Compliant seasoning
Low-FODMAP — 9/10- Dried herb with minimal carbohydrate content
- No fructans, GOS, lactose, or polyols detected
- Used in small quantities
DASH — 9/10- Minimal sodium
- No added sugars
- Antioxidant-rich
- Supports salt-free seasoning
Zone — 9/10- Zero macronutrient impact
- Polyphenol-rich
- Anti-inflammatory
Anti-Inflammatory — 9/10- High polyphenol content
- Antioxidant compounds
- Zero inflammatory additives
- Supports culinary anti-inflammatory approach
GLP-1 Friendly — 8/10- zero calories per serving
- no fat or sugar
- flavor enhancement without GI burden
- nutrient-dense