Thyme

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Thyme

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 4.7

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid
Is Thyme Healthy?

Yes — Thyme is broadly considered healthy. 10 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
Calories
101kcal
Protein
5.6g
Carbs
24g
Fat
1.7g
Fiber
14g
Sugar
0g
Sodium
9mg

Diet Ratings

Keto9/10APPROVED

Dried or fresh thyme has virtually no net carbs (less than 1g per tablespoon) and is used in small quantities. Ideal keto seasoning with zero ketosis impact.

Vegan10/10APPROVED

Pure dried herb with no animal products or derivatives. Whole plant food in its most basic form.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Unprocessed herb available to Paleolithic humans. No grains, legumes, dairy, or seed oils. Pure plant material with no processing.

Mediterranean9/10APPROVED

Staple Mediterranean herb with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Used extensively in traditional Mediterranean cooking. No nutritional downsides.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Plant-derived herb with no animal origin. Carnivore diet excludes all plant foods including herbs and spices.

Whole3010/10APPROVED

Fresh or dried thyme is an herb with no excluded ingredients. Explicitly compliant with Whole30 guidelines.

Low-FODMAP9/10APPROVED

Thyme is a low-FODMAP herb approved by Monash University. Used in small culinary amounts, it contains negligible fermentable carbohydrates.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Fresh or dried herb with negligible sodium and calories. Contains beneficial phytochemicals. Excellent salt substitute for DASH compliance.

Zone9/10APPROVED

Herb with negligible carbs, protein, and fat. Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory polyphenols. Zero impact on macronutrient ratios; ideal Zone seasoning.

Anti-Inflammatory9/10APPROVED

Thyme contains thymol and carvacrol with documented antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. High in flavonoids and phenolic compounds. Supports immune function without inflammatory triggers. Recommended in anti-inflammatory culinary protocols.

GLP-1 Friendly9/10APPROVED

Thyme is a zero-calorie herb with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Does not trigger GI distress. Enhances lean protein meals and broths. No fat, no carbs, no protein needed from herbs. Excellent flavor addition without drawbacks for GLP-1 patients.

Controversy Index

Score range: 210/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus4.7Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Thyme

Keto 9/10
  • Negligible net carbs
  • No added sugars
  • Whole food herb
  • Minimal calories
Vegan 10/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • No processing concerns
Paleo 9/10
  • Unprocessed natural herb
  • No anti-nutrients
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Widely available in nature
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Core Mediterranean ingredient
  • Antioxidant and antimicrobial compounds
  • Negligible calories
  • Supports flavor without added salt
Whole30 10/10
  • Pure herb
  • No additives
  • No excluded ingredients
Low-FODMAP 9/10
  • Herb used in small quantities
  • No fructans, GOS, lactose, or excess fructose
  • No polyol content
DASH 9/10
  • Virtually no sodium
  • No added sugars
  • Antimicrobial properties
  • Supports low-sodium cooking
Zone 9/10
  • Polyphenol-rich
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Negligible macros
  • Supports Zone flavor without compromise
  • Thymol and carvacrol compounds
  • Flavonoid content
  • Antimicrobial properties
  • Minimal caloric impact
  • zero calories
  • antimicrobial properties
  • no GI triggers
  • pairs well with lean proteins
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