Oregano, dried, ground

Oregano is a herb used to flavour food. The figures here describe dried, ground oregano, which provides fibre and a range of minerals, including calcium and iron. Per 100g, it contains 43g of fibre, 9g of protein, 1597mg of calcium and 37mg of iron. These values refer to the dried herb rather than fresh oregano leaves.

Fibre supports normal bowel function, while calcium helps maintain bones and teeth. Iron is needed to make haemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood. Dried oregano is generally used in small amounts as a seasoning, so its contribution to nutrient intake is much smaller than the values per 100g suggest. Full nutrient figures are given in the tables below.