Oregano -
is a good source of folate, dietary fiber, and vitamins C and K
1. Oregano Facts
2. Tips for Cooking and Storage
3. Types of Oregano
4. Oregano Nutritional Value
5. Oregano Health Benefits
Oregano Facts
History and Origin
Types of Oregano
Types of Oregano
Oregano Nutritional Value
Spices ” Oregano ” ( Nutritional value )
Nutritional value per 1 g – 1 Tablespoon, leaves
Spices, oregano, dried
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Nutrient ( Proximate’s )
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Unit
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Value
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Daily Value %
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Energy
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kcal
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3
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0.1%
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Protein
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g
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0.09
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0.1%
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Total lipid (fat)
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g
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0.04
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%
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Carbohydrate, by difference
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g
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0.69
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%
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Fiber, total dietary
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g
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0.4
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%
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Sugars, total
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g
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0.04
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Minerals
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Calcium, Ca
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mg
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16
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%
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Iron, Fe
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mg
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0.37
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2%
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Magnesium, Mg
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mg
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3
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%
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Phosphorus, P
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mg
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1
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%
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Potassium, K
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mg
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13
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%
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Sodium, Na
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mg
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0
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Zinc, Zn
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mg
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0.03
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%
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Copper, Cu
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mg
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0.006
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%
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Manganese, Mn
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mg
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0.050
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%
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Selenium, Se
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mcg
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0.0
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Vitamins
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Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid
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mg
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0.0
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Thiamin (B-1)
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mg
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0.002
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%
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Riboflavin (B-2)
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mg
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0.005
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%
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Niacin (B-3)
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mg
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0.046
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%
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Pantothenic acid (B-5)
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mg
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0.009
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%
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Vitamin (B-6)
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mg
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0.010
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%
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Folate (B-9)
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mcg
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2
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0.5%
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Vitamin (B-12)
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mcg
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0.00
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Vitamin A, RAE
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mcg
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%
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Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)
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mg
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0.18
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%
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Vitamin D (D2 + D3)
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mcg
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0
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Vitamin K (phylloquinone)
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mcg
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6.2
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%
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Lipids
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Saturated Fatty Acids
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g
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0.016
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0.08%
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Monounsaturated Fatty Acids
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g
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0.007
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Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids
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g
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0.014
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Trans Fatty Acids
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g
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0.000
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Carotenoids
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Beta-Carotene
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mcg
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10
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Beta-Cryptoxanthin
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mcg
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0
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Lutein + zeaxanthin
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mcg
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19
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Reference Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie Intake, for Adults and Children 4 or More Years of Age. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Percentages are roughly approximated using (RDA) Recommended Dietary Allowances for adults. Source: USDA United States Department of Agriculture
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Reference Values for Nutrition – FDA U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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Oregano Nutritional Value
Oregano Health Benefits
Oregano
HEALTH
References
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Nutrient Database – USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)
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Reference Values for Nutrition – FDA U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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