Honey vs. Chia seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between honey and chia seeds
- Honey has less fiber, phosphorus, manganese, selenium, copper, iron, magnesium, calcium, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Chia seeds' daily need coverage for fiber is 137% more.
- Honey has a higher glycemic index than chia seeds.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Honey 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 less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16650% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +10416.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +682.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1738.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2466.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1981.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21400% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3303.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6800% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +220% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +347.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +7197.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2350% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.3 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
82.4 g
Water:
17.1 g
Other:
0.2 g
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +95.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +194.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +5413.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +2300% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 23.665g | 158% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 34.4g | 137% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 860mg | 122% |
| Manganese | 0.08mg | 2.723mg | 115% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 55.2µg | 99% |
| Copper | 0.036mg | 0.924mg | 99% |
| Iron | 0.42mg | 7.72mg | 91% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 335mg | 79% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 631mg | 63% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.121mg | 8.83mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.62mg | 52% |
| Fructose | 40.94g | 51% | |
| Fats | 0g | 30.74g | 47% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 4.58mg | 40% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 16.54g | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 3.33g | 15% |
| Carbs | 82.4g | 42.12g | 13% |
| Folate | 2µg | 49µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.038mg | 0.17mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 52mg | 407mg | 10% |
| Calories | 304kcal | 486kcal | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 2.309g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.024mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1.6mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.068mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 82.2g | 7.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 82.12g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | N/A | |
| Choline | 2.2mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.004mg | 0.436mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.004mg | 0.709mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.008mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.01mg | 1.371mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.008mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.001mg | 0.588mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.011mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.009mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.001mg | 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
2%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
221%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Honey contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Honey is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.33g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 82.12g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chia seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
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 Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.