Chia seeds vs. Black pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chia seeds and black pepper?
- Chia seeds are richer in phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, magnesium, fiber, and zinc, yet black pepper is richer in manganese, copper, and potassium.
- Black pepper's daily need coverage for manganese is 436% higher.
- Chia seeds have 11 times more selenium than black pepper. Chia seeds have 55.2µg of selenium, while black pepper has 4.9µg.
- Chia seeds have a lower glycemic index than black pepper.
We used Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Spices, pepper, black types in this comparison.
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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 | +95.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +42.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +284.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +444.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1026.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +226.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +368.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +474.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +672.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +188.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +108% |
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:
10.39 g
Fats:
3.26 g
Carbs:
63.95 g
Water:
12.46 g
Other:
9.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +59.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +842.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +114.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +107.1% |
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
1.392 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.998 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +212.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2271.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.723mg | 12.753mg | 436% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 23.665g | 0.998g | 151% |
| Vitamin K | 163.7µg | 136% | |
| Phosphorus | 860mg | 158mg | 100% |
| Selenium | 55.2µg | 4.9µg | 91% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.83mg | 1.143mg | 48% |
| Copper | 0.924mg | 1.33mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.62mg | 0.108mg | 43% |
| Fats | 30.74g | 3.26g | 42% |
| Magnesium | 335mg | 171mg | 39% |
| Fiber | 34.4g | 25.3g | 36% |
| Zinc | 4.58mg | 1.19mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.399mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 407mg | 1329mg | 27% |
| Iron | 7.72mg | 9.71mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.291mg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 631mg | 443mg | 19% |
| Protein | 16.54g | 10.39g | 12% |
| Calories | 486kcal | 251kcal | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.33g | 1.392g | 9% |
| Folate | 49µg | 17µg | 8% |
| Carbs | 42.12g | 63.95g | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5mg | 1.04mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.309g | 0.739g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 3% | |
| Choline | 11.3mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.72g | 38.65g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.64g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.436mg | 0.058mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.709mg | 0.244mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.801mg | 0.366mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.371mg | 1.014mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.97mg | 0.244mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.588mg | 0.096mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.016mg | 0.446mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.95mg | 0.547mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.531mg | 0.159mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.23g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 17.83g | 0.152g | 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%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
297%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chia seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chia seeds is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Black pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.938g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Black pepper is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.