Sardine vs. Chia seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between sardine and chia seeds
- Sardine is richer in vitamin B12, yet chia seeds are richer in fiber, manganese, copper, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for sardine is 373% higher.
- Sardine has a lower glycemic index than chia seeds.
Food types used in this article are Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +759% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +65.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +164.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +396.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +249.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +75.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2421.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +308% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +33.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +675% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +68.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +390% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.62 g
Fats:
11.45 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.61 g
Other:
4.32 g
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +48.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +927.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +168.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.528 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.869 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.148 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +67.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +359.7% |
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 B12 | 8.94µg | 0µg | 373% |
| Fiber | 0g | 34.4g | 138% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.148g | 23.665g | 123% |
| Manganese | 0.108mg | 2.723mg | 114% |
| Copper | 0.186mg | 0.924mg | 82% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 335mg | 70% |
| Iron | 2.92mg | 7.72mg | 60% |
| Phosphorus | 490mg | 860mg | 53% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 0mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.62mg | 45% |
| Fats | 11.45g | 30.74g | 30% |
| Zinc | 1.31mg | 4.58mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 382mg | 631mg | 25% |
| Vitamin D | 193IU | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8µg | 24% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.245mg | 8.83mg | 22% |
| Protein | 24.62g | 16.54g | 16% |
| Choline | 75mg | 14% | |
| Calories | 208kcal | 486kcal | 14% |
| Carbs | 0g | 42.12g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.642mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 307mg | 16mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.167mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.04mg | 0.5mg | 10% |
| Folate | 10µg | 49µg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.528g | 3.33g | 8% |
| Selenium | 52.7µg | 55.2µg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.869g | 2.309g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.17mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 7.72g | N/A |
| Potassium | 397mg | 407mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0.436mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.079mg | 0.709mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.001mg | 1.371mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.26mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0.588mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.268mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0.531mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.473g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.509g | N/A | |
| 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
119%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
94%
221%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sardine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.802g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sardine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sardine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chia seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 142mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chia seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 291mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chia seeds is relatively richer in minerals