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Thyme vs. Coriander — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Thyme and Coriander

  • Thyme is richer than Coriander in Iron, Vitamin C, Manganese, Fiber, Copper, Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, and Zinc.
  • Daily need coverage for Iron from Thyme is 196% higher.
  • Thyme contains 6 times more Magnesium than Coriander. Thyme contains 160mg of Magnesium, while Coriander contains 26mg.

Food types used in this article are Thyme, fresh and Coriander (cilantro) leaves, raw.

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Mineral Comparison

Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Contains more Calcium +504.5%
Contains more Iron +885.9%
Contains more Magnesium +515.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +120.8%
Contains more Potassium +16.9%
Contains less Sodium -80.4%
Contains more Zinc +262%
Contains more Copper +146.7%
Contains more Manganese +303.5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 122% 655% 115% 46% 54% 2% 50% 185% 225% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 21% 67% 19% 21% 46% 6% 14% 75% 56% 5%
Contains more Calcium +504.5%
Contains more Iron +885.9%
Contains more Magnesium +515.4%
Contains more Phosphorus +120.8%
Contains more Potassium +16.9%
Contains less Sodium -80.4%
Contains more Zinc +262%
Contains more Copper +146.7%
Contains more Manganese +303.5%

Vitamin Comparison

Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Thyme
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Contains more Vitamin C +493%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +190.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +63.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +133.6%
Contains more Vitamin A +42%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +39.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +39.4%
Contains more Folate +37.8%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 286% 0% 0% 534% 12% 109% 35% 25% 81% 34% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 405% 50% 0% 90% 17% 38% 21% 35% 35% 47% 0% 776%
Contains more Vitamin C +493%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +190.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +63.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +133.6%
Contains more Vitamin A +42%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +39.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +39.4%
Contains more Folate +37.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +161%
Contains more Fats +223.1%
Contains more Carbs +566.2%
Contains more Other +117.7%
Contains more Water +41.6%
6% 2% 24% 65% 3%
Protein: 5.56 g
Fats: 1.68 g
Carbs: 24.45 g
Water: 65.11 g
Other: 3.2 g
2% 4% 92%
Protein: 2.13 g
Fats: 0.52 g
Carbs: 3.67 g
Water: 92.21 g
Other: 1.47 g
Contains more Protein +161%
Contains more Fats +223.1%
Contains more Carbs +566.2%
Contains more Other +117.7%
Contains more Water +41.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +1230%
Contains less Saturated Fat -97%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +239.5%
43% 8% 49%
Saturated Fat: 0.467 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.081 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.532 g
4% 84% 12%
Saturated Fat: 0.014 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.275 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.04 g
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +1230%
Contains less Saturated Fat -97%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +239.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Thyme Coriander
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Thyme Coriander Opinion
Net carbs 10.45g 0.87g Thyme
Protein 5.56g 2.13g Thyme
Fats 1.68g 0.52g Thyme
Carbs 24.45g 3.67g Thyme
Calories 101kcal 23kcal Thyme
Sugar 0.87g Thyme
Fiber 14g 2.8g Thyme
Calcium 405mg 67mg Thyme
Iron 17.45mg 1.77mg Thyme
Magnesium 160mg 26mg Thyme
Phosphorus 106mg 48mg Thyme
Potassium 609mg 521mg Thyme
Sodium 9mg 46mg Thyme
Zinc 1.81mg 0.5mg Thyme
Copper 0.555mg 0.225mg Thyme
Manganese 1.719mg 0.426mg Thyme
Selenium 0.9µg Coriander
Vitamin A 4751IU 6748IU Coriander
Vitamin A RAE 238µg 337µg Coriander
Vitamin E 2.5mg Coriander
Vitamin C 160.1mg 27mg Thyme
Vitamin B1 0.048mg 0.067mg Coriander
Vitamin B2 0.471mg 0.162mg Thyme
Vitamin B3 1.824mg 1.114mg Thyme
Vitamin B5 0.409mg 0.57mg Coriander
Vitamin B6 0.348mg 0.149mg Thyme
Folate 45µg 62µg Coriander
Vitamin K 310µg Coriander
Tryptophan 0.114mg Thyme
Threonine 0.154mg Thyme
Isoleucine 0.285mg Thyme
Leucine 0.262mg Thyme
Lysine 0.126mg Thyme
Valine 0.307mg Thyme
Saturated Fat 0.467g 0.014g Coriander
Monounsaturated Fat 0.081g 0.275g Coriander
Polyunsaturated fat 0.532g 0.04g Thyme

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Thyme Coriander
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score

The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
93%
Thyme
126%
Coriander
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
145%
Thyme
33%
Coriander

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Thyme
Thyme is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Thyme
Thyme contains less Sodium (difference - 37mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Thyme
Thyme is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Coriander
Coriander is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.453g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coriander
Coriander is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Coriander
Coriander is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Thyme - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173470/nutrients
  2. Coriander - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169997/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.