How the diets react
Diet Ratings
Rosemary (fresh or dried) contains ~0.3g net carbs per tablespoon. Negligible carbs at typical usage amounts. No sugar or additives in pure form.
Pure plant-derived herb. No animal products or derivatives. Whole food form with antioxidant properties.
Pure herb available to hunter-gatherers. Unprocessed, no grains, legumes, dairy, or refined ingredients. Antioxidant-rich culinary herb.
Rosemary is a traditional Mediterranean herb with strong presence in Italian, Spanish, and Greek cuisines. High in antioxidants, minimally processed, and essential to authentic Mediterranean cooking.
Plant-derived herb. Contains plant compounds and essential oils. Excluded from carnivore diet which permits only animal products.
Fresh or dried herb with no excluded ingredients. Whole30 explicitly allows all herbs and spices.
Rosemary is a pure herb with no significant FODMAP content. Monash University confirms rosemary is low-FODMAP at typical culinary serving sizes.
Sodium-free herb with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Supports DASH by enabling flavorful lean meat and vegetable preparation without salt.
Rosemary is rich in polyphenols and antioxidants with strong anti-inflammatory properties. Minimal macronutrient impact at typical serving sizes. Excellent Zone-compliant seasoning supporting anti-inflammatory goals.
Rosemary is exceptionally high in polyphenols (carnosic acid, rosmarinic acid) with potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Explicitly emphasized in anti-inflammatory guidelines. Protects against oxidative stress.
Zero calories, antioxidant-rich, supports digestion and circulation. Mild to moderate flavor intensity, well-tolerated. Excellent for seasoning lean proteins without adding fat or triggering reflux in typical amounts.
Controversy Index
Score range: 2–10/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.