Complete Nutritional Information of 'Chia Seeds'

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts: Per 100 Grams
Calories 486
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Total Fat
31g
48%
Saturated Fat
3g
15%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
16mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate
42g
14%
Dietary Fiber
34g
136%
Total Sugars
0g
Includes Added Sugars
0g
0%
Protein
17g
Vitamin D
0mcg
0%
Calcium
631mg
49%
Iron
8mg
44%
Potassium
407mg
9%
Magnesium
0mg
0%

Amino Acids

Tryptophan436mg
Threonine709mg
Isoleucine801mg
Leucine1371mg
Lysine970mg
Methionine588mg

Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %

Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)

Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Chia Seeds"

Food Name: Chia Seeds
Food Group: Nuts and Seeds
Macronutrients
Calories (kcal): 486Total Fat (g): 31
Protein (g): 17Carbohydrates (g): 42
Fiber (g): 34Net Carbs (g): 8
Water (g): 6
Fats
Saturated Fat (g): 3Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 2309
Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 23665Omega-3 (mg): 17830
Omega-6 (mg): 5835ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 17830
Vitamins
Vitamin A (IU): 54Vitamin C (mg): 2
Vitamin E (mg): 1Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1
Niacin/B3 (mg): 9Folate/B9 (mcg): 49
Food Folate (mcg): 49
Minerals
Calcium (mg): 631Iron (mg): 8
Magnesium (mg): 335Phosphorus (mg): 860
Potassium (mg): 407Sodium (mg): 16
Zinc (mg): 5Copper (mg): 1
Manganese (mg): 3Selenium (mcg): 55
Amino Acids
Tryptophan (mg): 436Threonine (mg): 709
Isoleucine (mg): 801Leucine (mg): 1371
Lysine (mg): 970Methionine (mg): 588
Cystine (mg): 407Phenylalanine (mg): 1016
Tyrosine (mg): 563Valine (mg): 950
Arginine (mg): 2143Histidine (mg): 531
Alanine (mg): 1044Aspartic Acid (mg): 1689
Glutamic Acid (mg): 3500Glycine (mg): 943
Proline (mg): 776Serine (mg): 1049
Other Compounds
PRAL Score: 14

Key Nutrition Facts about Chia Seeds

FAQ's

What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Chia Seeds'?

100 grams of 'Chia Seeds' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 17g (around 34% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 42g (around 15% of daily requirement),
Fat – 31g (around 40% of daily requirement).

It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.

How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Chia Seeds'?

A 100-gram serving of 'Chia Seeds' provides around 486 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 24% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.

Is 'Chia Seeds' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?

In 100g, 'Chia Seeds' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 17g protein, 42g carbs, and 31g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.

Does 'Chia Seeds' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?

'Chia Seeds' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 631 mg (49% DV),
Iron (mg): 8 mg (44% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 335 mg (80% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 860 mg (69% DV),
Zinc (mg): 5 mg (45% DV),
Copper (mg): 1 mg (111% DV),
Manganese (mg): 3 mg (130% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 55 mcg (100% DV).

'Chia Seeds' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Potassium (mg): 407 mg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 16 mg (1% DV).

Which vitamins are present in Chia Seeds in significant amounts?

'Chia Seeds' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Thiamin/B1 (mg): 1 mg (83% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 9 mg (56% DV).

'Chia Seeds' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 54 IU (2% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 2 mg (2% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 49 mcg (12% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 49 mcg (12% DV).

Which nutrients in 'Chia Seeds' may be harmful if consumed in excess?

It also contains moderate levels of:
Manganese (mg): 3 mg (27% of max recommended).