Thyme (Thymus vulgaris), is an aromatic plant of the labiatae family, which reaches between 15 and 30 cm. in height. It has opposite lanceolate leaves, with rolled edges and densely hairy. Its flowers are tiny, grouped in very dense clusters, whitish or pink in color.

The whole plant gives off a strong aroma as it is provided with essential glands. It is a common spice in the cuisine of the Mediterranean basin, used to flavor meats, soups and stews. It is also widely used in Caribbean cuisine and Middle Eastern cuisine.

Health benefits of eating Thyme
For its internal use we can highlight the following properties:

• Digestive, carminative and anti putrid.
• Digestive stimulant.
• Plant very rich in iron.
• Antiseptic, pectoral and expectorant.
• Emmenagogue.
• Anti rheumatic.
• Relaxing and very gentle sleeping pill.
• For lack of memory.
• Headaches or headache.

Nutritional information

Serving 100 g

• Energy Value 336 kcal = 1405 kJ.     17.6%
• Carbohydrates 57.1 g.                       18.4%
• Proteins 9.1 g.                                    19%
• Fiber 18.6 g.                                       62%
• Fats 7.4 g.                                          13.9%
• Sodium 55 g.                                      3.4%
• Calcium 1890 g.                                 157.5%
• Iron 123.6 g.                                       1545%
• Magnesium 0 g.                                  0%
• Phosphorus 201 g.                             28.7%
• Potassium 814 g.                               40.7%