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Chia seeds vs. Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Chia seeds and Mackerel?

  • Chia seeds is richer in Fiber, Copper, Phosphorus, Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B3, yet Mackerel is richer in Vitamin B12.
  • Mackerel's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 500% higher.
  • Chia seeds contains less Sodium.

We used Seeds, chia seeds, dried and Fish, mackerel, salted 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 239% 189% 36% 290% 308% 125% 369% 2.1% 355% 301%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 43% 20% 46% 53% 33% 30% 109% 580% 0% 400%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +458.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +856.1%
Contains more IronIron +451.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +824%
Contains more ZincZinc +316.4%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +238.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +27.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +33%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 5.3% 3.2% 10% 0% 155% 39% 166% 0% 0% 0% 0% 37% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 9.4% 48% 756% 5% 44% 62% 0% 95% 1500% 20% 11% 55%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +3000%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +167.6%
Contains more FolateFolate +226.7%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +190.7%
Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E +376%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +11.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
17% 31% 42% 6% 5%
Protein: 16.54 g
Fats: 30.74 g
Carbs: 42.12 g
Water: 5.8 g
Other: 4.8 g
19% 25% 43% 13%
Protein: 18.5 g
Fats: 25.1 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 43 g
Other: 13.4 g
Contains more FatsFats +22.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more ProteinProtein +11.9%
Contains more WaterWater +641.4%
Contains more OtherOther +179.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
11% 8% 81%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 3.33 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 23.665 g
33% 38% 29%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 7.148 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.21 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -53.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +281.1%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +260.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Chia seeds Mackerel
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chia seeds Mackerel Opinion
Calories 486kcal 305kcal Chia seeds
Protein 16.54g 18.5g Mackerel
Fats 30.74g 25.1g Chia seeds
Vitamin C 1.6mg 0mg Chia seeds
Net carbs 7.72g 0g Chia seeds
Carbs 42.12g 0g Chia seeds
Cholesterol 0mg 95mg Chia seeds
Vitamin D 1006IU Mackerel
Magnesium 335mg 60mg Chia seeds
Calcium 631mg 66mg Chia seeds
Potassium 407mg 520mg Mackerel
Iron 7.72mg 1.4mg Chia seeds
Fiber 34.4g 0g Chia seeds
Copper 0.924mg 0.1mg Chia seeds
Zinc 4.58mg 1.1mg Chia seeds
Phosphorus 860mg 254mg Chia seeds
Sodium 16mg 4450mg Chia seeds
Vitamin A 54IU 157IU Mackerel
Vitamin A RAE 47µg Mackerel
Vitamin E 0.5mg 2.38mg Mackerel
Vitamin D 25.2µg Mackerel
Manganese 2.723mg Chia seeds
Selenium 55.2µg 73.4µg Mackerel
Vitamin B1 0.62mg 0.02mg Chia seeds
Vitamin B2 0.17mg 0.19mg Mackerel
Vitamin B3 8.83mg 3.3mg Chia seeds
Vitamin B6 0.41mg Mackerel
Vitamin B12 0µg 12µg Mackerel
Vitamin K 7.8µg Mackerel
Folate 49µg 15µg Chia seeds
Trans Fat 0.14g Mackerel
Choline 101.6mg Mackerel
Saturated Fat 3.33g 7.148g Chia seeds
Monounsaturated Fat 2.309g 8.32g Mackerel
Polyunsaturated fat 23.665g 6.21g Chia seeds
Tryptophan 0.436mg Chia seeds
Threonine 0.709mg Chia seeds
Isoleucine 0.801mg Chia seeds
Leucine 1.371mg Chia seeds
Lysine 0.97mg Chia seeds
Methionine 0.588mg Chia seeds
Phenylalanine 1.016mg Chia seeds
Valine 0.95mg Chia seeds
Histidine 0.531mg Chia seeds
Omega-3 - EPA 1.619g Mackerel
Omega-3 - DHA 2.965g Mackerel
Omega-3 - ALA 17.83g Chia seeds
Omega-3 - DPA 0.391g Mackerel
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 5.835g Chia seeds

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Chia seeds Mackerel
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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%
Chia seeds
200%
Mackerel
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
221%
Chia seeds
131%
Mackerel

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chia seeds
Chia seeds is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chia seeds
Chia seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 4434mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chia seeds
Chia seeds is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.818g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chia seeds
Chia seeds is relatively richer in minerals

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Chia seeds - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170554/nutrients
  2. Mackerel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168149/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.