Thyme contains .87 milligrams of iron per 5 grams. Grams is a measure of weight. To put 5 grams in perspective, consider alternative measures for this food:
- 1 tsp equals grams.
- .5 tsp equals grams.
In the category of herbs and spices, the items in the Top 10 list are in their dried or seed form. The fresh version of an herb has a higher water content and may have a different iron measurement as a result.The food tested for the particular graph below can be described more specifically as:
Thyme, fresh
Read more about iron in herbs and spices or visit our iron-rich foods list.
Iron In Thyme & Other Seasonings
Many seasonings are high in iron, however it is important to take a look at the size of the portion you actually eat. Many of us use tiny amounts of these flavorings. Consider as well that many foods like these have iron inhibitors. You will not get as much iron out of them as you might hope. For the most part, we use seasonings to add rich flavor to food, not as much for the iron content.