Chia seeds vs. Barley — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between chia seeds and barley
- The amount of phosphorus, fiber, calcium, iron, magnesium, copper, manganese, selenium, vitamin B3, and zinc in chia seeds is higher than in barley.
- Chia seeds cover your daily phosphorus needs 85% more than barley.
- Barley has 19 times less calcium than chia seeds. Chia seeds have 631mg of calcium, while barley has 33mg.
- Barley has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of barley is 28, while the glycemic index of chia seeds is 15.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Barley, hulled.
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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 | +151.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1812.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +114.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +85.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +65.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +225.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +46.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +91.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +157.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +14% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +67.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
Protein:
12.48 g
Fats:
2.3 g
Carbs:
73.48 g
Water:
9.44 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1236.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +108.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +74.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +62.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.665 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.482 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.295 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.108 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +682.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2035.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.665g | 1.108g | 150% |
| Phosphorus | 860mg | 264mg | 85% |
| Fiber | 34.4g | 17.3g | 68% |
| Calcium | 631mg | 33mg | 60% |
| Iron | 7.72mg | 3.6mg | 52% |
| Magnesium | 335mg | 133mg | 48% |
| Copper | 0.924mg | 0.498mg | 47% |
| Fats | 30.74g | 2.3g | 44% |
| Manganese | 2.723mg | 1.943mg | 34% |
| Selenium | 55.2µg | 37.7µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.83mg | 4.604mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.318mg | 24% | |
| Zinc | 4.58mg | 2.77mg | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 3.33g | 0.482g | 13% |
| Carbs | 42.12g | 73.48g | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.285mg | 9% |
| Folate | 49µg | 19µg | 8% |
| Protein | 16.54g | 12.48g | 8% |
| Calories | 486kcal | 354kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.282mg | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.309g | 0.295g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.62mg | 0.646mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 407mg | 452mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.72g | 56.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.8g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5mg | 0.57mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.436mg | 0.208mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.709mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.801mg | 0.456mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.371mg | 0.848mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.97mg | 0.465mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.588mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.95mg | 0.612mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.531mg | 0.281mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 17.83g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.835g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
32%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
110%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.8g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chia seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chia seeds is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barley contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Barley is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.848g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Barley is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)