Almond butter vs. Chia seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between almond butter and chia seeds
- Almond butter has more vitamin E and vitamin B2, while chia seeds have more fiber, selenium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, calcium, and manganese.
- Almond butter's daily need coverage for vitamin E is 158% higher.
- Chia seeds contain 6 times less vitamin B2 than almond butter. Almond butter contains 0.939mg of vitamin B2, while chia seeds contain 0.17mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Nuts, almond butter, plain, without salt added and Seeds, chia seeds, dried.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +83.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +81.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +121.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +69.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +27.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2200% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4742% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +452.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1412.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +179.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.96 g
Fats:
55.5 g
Carbs:
18.82 g
Water:
1.64 g
Other:
3.08 g
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +26.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +80.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +123.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +253.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.152 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
32.445 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
13.613 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.665 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1305.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -19.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +73.8% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin E | 24.21mg | 0.5mg | 158% |
| Selenium | 2.4µg | 55.2µg | 96% |
| Fiber | 10.3g | 34.4g | 96% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 32.445g | 2.309g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 13.613g | 23.665g | 67% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.939mg | 0.17mg | 59% |
| Iron | 3.49mg | 7.72mg | 53% |
| Phosphorus | 508mg | 860mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.62mg | 48% |
| Fats | 55.5g | 30.74g | 38% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.155mg | 8.83mg | 35% |
| Calcium | 347mg | 631mg | 28% |
| Manganese | 2.131mg | 2.723mg | 26% |
| Magnesium | 279mg | 335mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 3.29mg | 4.58mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 748mg | 407mg | 10% |
| Protein | 20.96g | 16.54g | 9% |
| Choline | 52.1mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.103mg | 8% | |
| Carbs | 18.82g | 42.12g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.318mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 614kcal | 486kcal | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 4.152g | 3.33g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.934mg | 0.924mg | 1% |
| Folate | 53µg | 49µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 8.52g | 7.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.43g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.08g | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.159mg | 0.436mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.555mg | 0.709mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.813mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.483mg | 1.371mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.612mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.122mg | 0.588mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.937mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.55mg | 0.531mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 17.83g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.835g | N/A |
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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
68%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
141%
221%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.43g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chia seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.822g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chia seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almond butter contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almond butter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Almond butter is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)