Basil and cilantro had low levels of minerals, fiber and protein. Basil had relatively low levels of most of the vitamins Summary of the Health Benefits and Home Growing Tips for Herbs Thyme Thyme is renowned as an antibiotic and as a herbal remedy for respiratory problems. It has low calories and a wide range of uses thyme. Growing tip: Thyme is easy to grow and flowers well. It grows best in areas with full sun but can be grown in pots and indoors. It generally stays small in size and does not get out of hand. Rosemary Rosemary has many uses as a herbal remedy, antioxidant. There is some evidence that it improves your memory. Its strong aroma means that it can only be used in small quantities. Growing tip: Rosemary grows easily and like a position in full sun and needs frequent watering. It requires very little maintenance and is an attractive bush. Basil Basil is known to calm anxiety symptoms and is a good source of fiber. It has been used for detoxifying treatments. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and is good for digestion. Nutrient levels are low compared with other herbs, but it can be used in much larger quantities. Growing tip: Basil is easy to grow and is very hardy. It grows easily in pots, indoors and outside in home gardens. It requires regularly watering, but very little else for maintenance. You can easily pick several leaves or stems as you need them. Parsley There are several varieties all packed with fiber and nutrients. If space is limited, and you want a versatile herb that yields the best range of nutrients, then choose parsley as first priority. It contains rich amounts of vitamins A, K and C, and many minerals as well. Growing tip: The various types of parsley are all easy to grow and can be picked as needed. It grows in shaded as well as full sunlight and grows well in pots and indoors. Parsley grows slower than other herbs, so you need to plant several in a clump. It needs to be watered regularly. Sage Sage has antibiotic and antioxidant properties and its good for the skin. It is also renowned as a natural remedy for fatigue and anxiety, and also boosts memory. Growing tip: Sage is difficult to grow and requires a lot of attention and good soil. It needs plenty of sunshine, but regular watering needs plenty of sunlight and care. Cilantro (Coriander) Cilantro is a good source of fiber and iron, but disappoints for the other nutrients. This is offset by the fact that you tend to use large quantities in curries and salads. While the concentration of nutrients is low, adding a large volume means that the total nutrients can be high. Growing tip: It is generally easy to grow, but requires deep soil to accommodate its long taproot its deep taproot. You need larger pots to grow it indoors. It also tends to go to seed and stop producing foliage, But the seeds are edible! Dill Dill is a great source of beta-carotene and other antioxidants. It is relatively rich in a wide range of nutrients. Growing tip: Dill requires deep, good quality soil and full sunlight. It can be growing in a sunny spot indoors, but needs a relatively large pot and a lot of attention. Mint Mint comes in a wide range of varieties. Most mints are good sources of vitamin A and many other vitamins and minerals. Mint is renowned as a home remedy for digestion, respiratory and skin problems. It is also good for the circulation Growing tip: Mint grows profusely and can easily get out of hand. It needs plenty of space and regular watering. It grows well in pots and indoors. Ranks for Fresh Herbs for Key Nutrients from Highest to Lowest Level in 100g serving Nutrient Rank 1 Rank 2 Rank 3 Rank 4 Rank 5 Rank 6 Rank 7 Rank 8 calories rosemary thyme peppermint spearmint dill parsley cilantro basil fiber rosemary thyme spearmint peppermint parsley cilantro dill basil protein thyme peppermint dill rosemary spearmint basil cilantro Vitamin C thyme parsley dill peppermint cilantro rosemary basil spearmint Riboflavin thyme dill peppermint spearmint cilantro rosemary parsley basil Niacin thyme peppermint dill parsley cilantro spearmint rosemary basil Pantothenic Acid rosemary cilantro thyme dill parsley peppermint spearmint basil Folate parsley dill peppermint rosemary spearmint basil cilantro thyme Vitamin A parsley dill cilantro basil thyme peppermint spearmint rosemary Calcium thyme rosemary peppermint dill spearmint basil parsley cilantro Iron thyme spearmint rosemary dill parsley peppermint basil cilantro Magnesium thyme rosemary spearmint peppermint basil parsley dill cilantro Phosphorus thyme dill peppermint rosemary basil spearmint parsley cilantro Zinc thyme peppermint spearmint parsley dill rosemary basil cilantro Copper thyme basil peppermint rosemary spearmint cilantro parsley dill Manganese thyme dill peppermint basil spearmint rosemary cilantro parsley Comparison of the Nutrients in Common Fresh Herbs (100g) Serving Size (100g) thyme rosemary parsley dill peppermint basil cilantro Overall Score % 100 71 68 68 64 44 41 Calories (kcal) 83 118 26 45 63 19 25 Protein (g) 5.4 3.2 2.9 3.4 3.8 3.2 2.3 Total Fat (g) 1.7 5.9 0.8 1.1 1.3 0.6 0.5 Total Carbs (g) 24.6 20.6 6.3 7.0 15.0 2.6 *-3.8 Dietary Fiber (g) 12.5 14.7 2.6 2.3 6.3 1.9 2.5 Vitamins ****** ****** ****** ****** ****** ***** ****** Vitamin C (mg) 158.3 20.6 134.2 85.4 31.3 18.9 27.5 Thiamin (mg) 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.0 0.1 Riboflavin (mg) 0.5 0.2 0.1 0.3 0.3 0.1 0.2 Niacin (mg) 1.8 0.9 1.3 1.6 1.7 0.9 1.1 Panto. Acid (mg) 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.6 Vitamin B6 (mG) 0.3 0.3 0.1 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.2 Folate (mcg) 41.7 117.7 157.9 157.3 125.0 75.5 50.0 Vitamin A (IU) 4750 2912 8421 7708 4250 5283 6750 Minerals ****** ****** ****** ****** ****** ****** ***** Calcium (mg) 416.7 323.5 131.6 202.3 250.0 169.8 75.0 Iron (mg) 17.5 6.8 6.3 6.5 5.0 3.2 1.8 Magnesium (mg) 166.7 88.2 52.6 44.9 62.5 56.6 25.0 Phosphorus (mg) 125.0 58.8 52.6 67.4 62.5 56.6 50.0 Potassium (mg) 625.0 676.5 552.6 741.6 562.5 301.9 525.0 Zinc (mg) 1.7 0.9 1.1 0.9 1.3 0.8 0.5 Copper (mg) 0.5 0.3 0.2 0.1 0.3 0.4 0.2 Manganese (mg) 1.7 1.0 0.2 1.3 1.2 1.2 0.4
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